Key Responsibilities

The Implant Equipment Engineer is responsible for sustaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing ion implantation equipment to support high-volume semiconductor manufacturing. This role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime, ensuring process stability, and driving continuous improvements in yield, efficiency, and reliability while maintaining strict compliance with safety and cleanroom standards.

1. Equipment Maintenance & Uptime

Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) on ion implantation tools

Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime

Ensure equipment meets operational performance and safety standards

Manage spare parts inventory and track critical components

2. Process Support & Optimization

Support production by ensuring stable and repeatable implantation processes

Collaborate with process engineers to optimize implant parameters (e.g., dose, energy, beam current)

Monitor tool performance using Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Drive yield improvement and defect reduction initiatives

3. Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment and process issues

Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA)

Implement and sustain corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

4. Continuous Improvement

Lead or participate in productivity, quality, and cost-reduction projects

Improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)

Enhance equipment efficiency, reliability, and automation

5. Installation & Qualification

Support installation, setup, and acceptance of new equipment (SAT/FAT)

Perform equipment qualification and process buy-off activities

Collaborate with vendors on upgrades, retrofits, and modifications

6. Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation

Prepare reports on equipment performance, downtime, and improvement initiatives

Update and maintain SOPs and work instructions

7. Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with fab safety protocols and cleanroom standards

Safely handle high-voltage systems, vacuum systems, and hazardous gases

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Equipment uptime (%)

Yield impact

Preventive maintenance (PM) compliance rate

Requirements:

Educational Qualifications

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related discipline) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, OR

Diploma in Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

Experience

Relevant experience in semiconductor equipment engineering, preferably in ion implantation

Technical / Job Knowledge

Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment maintenance

Experience in troubleshooting and sustaining complex equipment systems

Excellent knowledge of ion implanter tool types will be an added advantage

Familiarity with SPC, MTBF, MTTR, and yield improvement methodologies

Hands-on experience with high-voltage systems, vacuum systems, and gas handling systems

Personal Capabilities

Team player with strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills

Passion for continuous learning and self-improvement

Proven track record in problem solving and process improvement within a semiconductor manufacturing environment

Ability to work effectively under pressure in a high-volume production setting

Good communication and collaboration skills

Proactive, self-driven, and results-oriented mindset