GlobalFoundries · 5 hours ago
Principal Equipment Engineering Technician
Malta, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$54K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expGlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services. The Principal Equipment Engineering Technician will be responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and processes in the assigned area while collaborating with production team members and area engineers.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks
Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB8 EHS&S policies
Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment
Support and engage in training activities
Perform preventive, and corrective maintenance on the EPI/Siconi chamber and ACP Platform as required per the operating procedures
Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness
Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation and effectively communicate end of shift pass downs
Ability to effectively use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities
Qualification
Required
High School Degree (or equivalent)
2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/experience or equivalence
At least 4 years direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing or in semiconductor tool/equipment/facilities maintenance
3 years minimum hands-on experience with maintenance and repair of Applied Material Centura/ACP process equipment
Travel Requirements: Minimal travel
Language Fluency: English (Written & Verbal)
Basic reading and writing comprehension skills
Basic computer navigation skills - (i.e.Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook)
Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements
Able to work in a standing position for an extended period of time (during a 12-hour shift)
Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
Flexible and willing to work any shift (3-4 days alternating weeks during day or night shift)
Preferred
Education - associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience
3 years minimum hands-on experience with maintenance and repair of Applied Material Centura/ACP process equipment
6+ years direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing or in semiconductor tool/equipment/facilities maintenance
Strong technical skills and knowledge of semiconductor processing and process equipment
Able to operate computer interfacing systems
Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring high level of attention to detail and timeliness
Proficiency with software applications and Microsoft Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan. Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Quarterly performance bonus
Relocation assistance offered to eligible candidates.
Company
GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a full-service semiconductor foundry that manufactures integrated circuits in high volume.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.39BKey Investors
European CommissionU.S. Department of CommerceU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-11Grant· $579.33M
2024-11-20Grant· $1.5B
2024-05-22Post Ipo Secondary· $750M
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IP Strategy and Offering Management
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