Engineer II-Equipment

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Job Description:

The Panelization Engineer II is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining panel-level assembly processes including Die Attach, Chip Attach, Screen Printing, Plasma Treatment, Die Matrix Expansion, and Carrier Lamination operations. The role focuses on achieving high-quality manufacturing performance through process control, yield improvement, cost reduction, equipment optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with customer, quality, and safety requirements.

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Process Development and Optimization

• Develop, qualify, and optimize panelization processes for advanced semiconductor package manufacturing.
• Establish and maintain robust process parameters for:
  • Die Attach
  • Chip Attach
  • Screen Printing
  • Plasma Cleaning/Treatment
  • Die Matrix Expander
  • Carrier Laminator
• Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) to improve process capability, yield, and throughput.
• Implement process controls and monitor critical process parameters (CPPs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and technology transfers into manufacturing.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to production operations.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Drive disposition and resolution of process excursions, non-conformances, and customer complaints.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Product Engineering teams to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.

Equipment and Technology Management

• Support qualification, installation, and release of new process equipment.
• Develop equipment specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance strategies and equipment capability improvements.
• Monitor machine performance metrics such as uptime, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and process stability.

Yield and Quality Management

• Analyze manufacturing data using statistical tools to identify yield loss mechanisms.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on:

• Yield enhancement
• Defect reduction
• Cycle time improvement
• Cost reduction
• Apply SPC, FMEA, GR&R, 8D, and other quality methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal quality requirements.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in:

Electronics Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Materials Science Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Related Engineering Discipline

• 3+yrs of work experience in Equipment Engineering from Semiconductor or any equivalent industries.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor equipment systems (mechanical, electrical, PLC, sensors, robotics).
• Basic understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and FMEA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret SPC charts and process data.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in chemical handling and cleanroom practices.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment support.
• Strong experience with WLCSP or advanced packaging tools is highly preferred
• Experience with troubleshooting automation systems and control software.
• Ability to read technical schematics, manuals, and electrical diagrams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and maintenance management systems (CMMS is an advantage).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

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