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CoherentPosted 1 month ago

Equipment Engineering Technician: Fusion Bar Fab

On-siteSherman, Texas, United States

Full TimeLargeHealthcare Tech

Job Summary

Maintain wafer processing tools by performing reactive and scheduled preventive maintenance on pumps, power supplies, and gas cabinets to ensure optimal uptime. Diagnose and repair common equipment failures using troubleshooting skills, read schematics, and interpret technical data to resolve reoccurring issues. Track maintenance progress, communicate status updates to management and the Camstar system, and assist senior technicians in data collection for critical production activities. Train and mentor new team members while participating in continuous improvement meetings and emergency response team rotations. Collaborate with Process Engineering and Facilities to support the Fusion Bar manufacturing area, adhering to strict clean room standards and EHS procedures.

Required Qualifications

  • Military Electronics certification or AS technical degree in electronics
  • 2+ years experience maintaining wafer processing equipment
  • Maintenance knowledgeable in multiple of the following equipment: Cleaving, Stacking/Unstacking, Riber 412 Passivation, E-Beam Coating, and FiconTEC UMB Testing systems
  • Maintenance knowledgeable in multiple of the following equipment: Plasmatherm LAPECVD, Matrix Asher, Lam rainbow, Oxford ICP, KLA/SPTS ICP, RENA Semi Auto Wet System, and TEL Mark Vz, ACT 8 photo tracks
  • Practical knowledge and application of electronics, mechanics, vacuum theory, math, computers, and Testing
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs (i.e. Microsoft products)
  • Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and ability to learn the operational concepts of systems and how to perform diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques to solve more complex operational and system problems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, pneumatic diagrams, flow charts and cause and effect diagrams
  • Ability to set up, operate and interpret output of test equipment to include, but not limited to oscilloscopes, digital volt-ohm meters, current and voltage sources and chart recorders
  • Ability to learn and adhere to established company and departmental policies pertaining to day-to-day operations
  • Must meet requirements for Emergency response team
  • Problem Solving: Able to troubleshoot intermediate issues with little to no guidance
  • Initial responder for unscheduled down tools
  • Knowledge of how to read electronic schematics and mechanical blueprints
  • Understand and follow both written procedures and verbal instructions, in the preventive maintenance of wafer fab equipment
  • Individual must be self-motivated and be able to organize and manage his/her daily work as directed by management, Equipment Engineer and or senior technicians
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team environment
  • Organization: Able to balance planned and unplanned activities in a timely, professional manner
  • Able to effectively communicate progress and completion of task
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical instructions
  • Ability to respond to internal and external inquiries
  • Understand and apply mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms for data analysis as required
  • Ability to problem solve, collect data, establish facts to draw valid solutions
  • Able to interpret technical instructions both written and verbal
  • Able to communicate both verbally and written with internal customers
  • Has a basic understanding of processes being ran on tool sets to interface with process team
  • Able to mentor junior team members
  • Experience with robotic handling systems and automated material transfer equipment
  • Servo motors
  • Linear stages
  • Sensors and interlocks
  • Vacuum handling systems
  • Familiarity with automated loading and unloading processes
  • Knowledge of vacuum systems and process chambers
  • Temperature control systems
  • Gas delivery systems
  • Process monitoring equipment
  • Deposition processes
  • Cooling water systems
  • Power supplies
  • Experience performing preventive maintenance and chamber clean activities
  • Optical alignment stages
  • Laser and detector interfaces
  • Familiarity with: Optical power measurements
  • Alignment verification
  • Automated test sequences
  • Ability to support system calibration and troubleshooting activities
  • Work in a Class 100/1000 clean room
  • Wear full clean room attire
  • Work with and/or around chemicals such as acids and solids
  • Work with and/or around gases, both hazardous and non-hazardous
  • Stand for up to 10 hours at a time
  • Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds
  • Flexibility to work a compressed shift (alternate between 3 and 4 consecutive 12-hour shifts weekly) or Monday – Friday 9.5 hours shifts and when needed
  • Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic physicals
  • Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic physicals
  • All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards
  • Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System

Desired Qualifications

  • Preferred Minimum Education
  • Military Electronics certification or AS technical degree in electronics preferred
  • Expected Minimum Years of Related Experience
  • 2+ years experience maintaining wafer processing equipment
  • Preferred: maintenance knowledgeable in multiple of the following equipment: Cleaving, Stacking/Unstacking, Riber 412 Passivation, E-Beam Coating, and FiconTEC UMB Testing systems
  • Preferred: maintenance knowledgeable in multiple of the following equipment: Plasmatherm LAPECVD, Matrix Asher, Lam rainbow, Oxford ICP, KLA/SPTS ICP, RENA Semi Auto Wet System, and TEL Mark Vz, ACT 8 photo tracks
  • Strong sense of ownership and urgency
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Continuous learner willing to develop expertise across multiple tool platforms
  • Ability to support critical production and development activities in a fast-paced environment
  • This skill set would provide a technician with the capabilities needed to effectively support the entire Fusion Bar manufacturing area while supporting future growth and increasing automation within the factory
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical instructions
  • Ability to respond to internal and external inquiries
  • Understand and apply mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms for data analysis as required
  • Ability to problem solve, collect data, establish facts to draw valid solutions
  • Able to interpret technical instructions both written and verbal
  • Able to communicate both verbally and written with internal customers
  • Has a basic understanding of processes being ran on tool sets to interface with process team
  • Able to mentor junior team members
  • Experience with robotic handling systems and automated material transfer equipment
  • Servo motors
  • Linear stages
  • Sensors and interlocks
  • Vacuum handling systems
  • Familiarity with automated loading and unloading processes
  • Knowledge of vacuum systems and process chambers
  • Temperature control systems
  • Gas delivery systems
  • Process monitoring equipment
  • Deposition processes
  • Cooling water systems
  • Power supplies
  • Experience performing preventive maintenance and chamber clean activities
  • Optical alignment stages
  • Laser and detector interfaces
  • Familiarity with: Optical power measurements
  • Alignment verification
  • Automated test sequences
  • Ability to support system calibration and troubleshooting activities
  • Work in a Class 100/1000 clean room
  • Wear full clean room attire
  • Work with and/or around chemicals such as acids and solids
  • Work with and/or around gases, both hazardous and non-hazardous
  • Stand for up to 10 hours at a time
  • Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds
  • Flexibility to work a compressed shift (alternate between 3 and 4 consecutive 12-hour shifts weekly) or Monday – Friday 9.5 hours shifts and when needed
  • Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic physicals
  • Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic physicals
  • All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards
  • Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System
  • Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust, Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas, Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome, Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone, Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

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