About the Role
- The Equipment Engineer supports manufacturing operations through the development, optimization, qualification, and maintenance of Die Attach/Clip Attach (DACA) equipment. This role is responsible for improving equipment reliability, availability, and performance while supporting new equipment introductions, capacity expansion, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects to meet quality, productivity, and cost objectives.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement equipment improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, uptime, productivity, and cost effectiveness for Die Attach/Clip Attach processes.
- Qualify, install, commission, and release new equipment platforms, automation solutions, and manufacturing technologies.
- Lead equipment capability studies and performance evaluations; analyze equipment data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Drive OEE improvements through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
- Troubleshoot equipment-related issues and lead root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Prioritize and execute equipment improvement projects based on manufacturing, quality, and business requirements.
- Develop and maintain equipment documentation including maintenance procedures, spare parts plans, troubleshooting guides, and technical standards.
- Support NPI activities, customer product qualifications, sample builds, and technology transfer projects.
- Manage equipment upgrades, refurbishments, modifications, and automation initiatives.
- Collaborate with suppliers on equipment qualifications, technical issues, preventive maintenance strategies, and performance improvements.
- Prepare technical reports, equipment evaluations, project summaries, and customer-required technical documentation.
- Support internal, customer, and certification audits as needed.
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, Facilities, NPI, and R&D teams to achieve operational and project goals.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
- At least 4 years of experience in Equipment Engineering within semiconductor assembly manufacturing.
- Experience supporting Die Attach/Clip Attach equipment; exposure to Solder Dispense, Solder Print, and Reflow equipment is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of equipment qualification, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and reliability improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with Die Attach and Clip Attach equipment suppliers and platforms.
- Proficiency in MS Office and statistical tools such as SAS JMP and Minitab.
- Knowledge of OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and equipment performance monitoring systems.
- Basic understanding of PLCs, automation systems, vision systems, and machine control architecture is an advantage.
- Understanding of project management principles and equipment lifecycle management.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Effective communication, technical documentation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Why Work for Us:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and growth
A commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being
An innovative and dynamic work environment
Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright © material and the word Nexperia® is a registered trademark.
D&I Statement
As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.
In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.
