Equipment Engineer II

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift:

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description:

FormFactor is seeking an Equipment Engineer II that will play a key role in supporting and optimizing manufacturing equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced assembly, and electronics test operations. This position is responsible for the installation, qualification, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of equipment to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient production performance. Working with moderate independence, the Equipment Engineer II applies engineering principles and data-driven problem-solving techniques to improve equipment uptime, yield, throughput, quality, and overall operational effectiveness. 

The successful candidate will partner closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, Facilities, EHS, Automation, and external equipment suppliers to resolve equipment-related challenges, implement corrective and preventive actions, and support production objectives. This role contributes to equipment improvement projects, technology upgrades, capacity expansions, and reliability initiatives while developing technical expertise in semiconductor manufacturing systems. The Equipment Engineer II serves as a growing technical resource within the organization, helping drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to safety, quality, and innovation. 

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Installation & Qualification 

• Lead equipment installation, startup, qualification, and release-to-production activities for assigned manufacturing tools. 

• Develop qualification plans, execute validation activities, and maintain supporting documentation. 

• Support equipment capacity expansions, technology upgrades, and process transfers.  

Equipment Troubleshooting & Reliability 

• Independently troubleshoot equipment failures and process interruptions using systematic problem-solving methodologies. 

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve equipment stability. 

• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve recurring issues and minimize downtime.  

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance 

• Develop and optimize preventive maintenance procedures and schedules. 

• Analyze equipment performance trends, maintenance history, alarms, and operational data to improve reliability. 

• Support predictive maintenance initiatives through the use of manufacturing data and equipment analytics.  

Equipment Performance Monitoring 

• Monitor key metrics including uptime, utilization, throughput, maintenance effectiveness, and repeat downtime events. 

• Utilize statistical tools, dashboards, FDC, SPC, and other analytics systems to identify improvement opportunities. 

• Recommend and implement solutions that improve equipment performance and production efficiency.  

Vendor & Spare Parts Coordination 

• Coordinate vendor support activities, repairs, upgrades, and equipment improvement projects. 

• Manage critical spare parts requirements and support inventory optimization efforts. 

• Participate in supplier interactions to support equipment reliability and operational goals.  

Process & Manufacturing Support 

• Partner with process engineers to ensure equipment capability supports process requirements and manufacturing objectives. 

• Support process experiments, data collection, and qualification activities related to equipment performance. 

• Evaluate process-equipment interactions and recommend improvements that enhance yield and throughput. 

Continuous Improvement 

• Lead small-to-medium scope improvement projects focused on safety, quality, reliability, capacity, cost reduction, and cycle time improvements. 

• Apply structured problem-solving techniques to identify and implement sustainable improvements. 

• Contribute technical recommendations that improve manufacturing performance and operational excellence. 

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:

• Target industry experience includes semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor assembly, electronics test, automation, precision manufacturing, or other complex electromechanical equipment environments. 

• Demonstrated success troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and implementing corrective actions. 

• Experience with FDC, SPC, MES, CMMS, Power BI, SQL, Python, JMP, Minitab, or related data-analysis tools. 

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, robotics, motion control, metrology, fluid-handling, or automation systems. 

• Experience leading equipment improvement projects or supporting technology transfers and equipment qualifications. 

• Familiarity with cleanroom operations, ESD controls, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety requirements.  

Farmers Branch, TX

Benefits offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.  

Skills:

Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analysis, Equipment Qualification, Equipment Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Process Support, Project Execution Plan, Reliability Engineering, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Safety Compliance, Semiconductor Manufacturing, SPC Implementation, Statistical Analysis, Technical Documents

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience | Required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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