Senior Equipment Engineer (Cmp)

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Ownership & Performance

• Act as equipment owner for a defined set of CMP tools
• Monitor OEE and uptime, define and drive actions to improve them.
• Analyze equipment alarms, and chronic issues; implement robust corrective and preventive actions.

2. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Define and optimize PM (Preventive Maintenance) plans and spare parts strategy.
• Support technicians in complex troubleshooting: mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, robotics and software.
• Escalate and coordinate with equipment vendors (remote and on-site) for advanced technical support.

3. New Equipment Introduction & Upgrades

• Participate in specification, selection, installation and qualification of new CMP tools.
• Lead or support process and equipment release to production, including capability and stability checks.
• Manage equipment upgrades, retrofits, and obsolescence mitigation projects.

4. Process & Quality Support

• Work with process engineers to ensure that equipment performance meets process requirements
• Support yield, quality, and reliability investigations from an equipment perspective
• Ensure equipment operation complies with quality systems (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO 9001, automotive standards where applicable).

5. Continuous Improvement & Industrial Efficiency

• Analyze data and KPIs; identify bottlenecks and chronic losses.
• Lead or participate in Lean/Six sigma/SMED activities for cycle time, cost, energy, and throughput improvements.
• Drive standardization of settings, PM procedures, troubleshooting guides, and documentation.

6. Safety, Environment & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to EHS rules (chemicals, slurry, gases, high voltage, vacuum, cleanroom, LOTO).
• Participate in risk assessments, FMEA, and implementation of safety interlocks and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements (e.g. waste handling, emissions).

7. Documentation, Training & Knowledge Management

• Create and maintain equipment documentation: procedures, checklists, work instructions, recovery plans.
• Train and coach maintenance technicians on equipment usage and basic troubleshooting.
• Contribute to knowledge base and share best practices across shifts and sites.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Min 5 years of relevant work experience in CMP area, familiar with CMP Equipment (AMAT MirraMesa, Ebara F-REX200, Ontrak, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and deep technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, 8D methodologies.
• Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration abilities and written skills.
• Positive learning attitude with strong sense of responsibility.
• Willing to commit for overtime when required.
• Able to adapt in a fast pace environment and work under pressure.

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.