Equipment Engineering Technician

Are you an experienced Equipment Engineer with a strong electronics background and a passion for solving complex technical challenges? We're recruiting for an Equipment Engineer to join a leading semiconductor manufacturing business, supporting state-of-the-art production equipment within a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Working closely with the Equipment Engineering Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager, and Plant Manager, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving the performance of critical process equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys fault finding to component level, driving continuous improvement, and working with cutting-edge technology.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and innovative semiconductor manufacturer, supplying advanced technology solutions to customers worldwide. They are committed to investing in their people, processes, and facilities, providing employees with excellent opportunities for career development within a highly technical environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Modern cleanroom manufacturing environment
• Employee wellbeing and support programmes
• Opportunity to work with advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain over 80% uptime across key semiconductor process equipment.
• Diagnose, fault find and repair complex manufacturing equipment and electronic PCBs to component level.
• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise production downtime.
• Support and provide technical guidance to technicians, Manufacturing Shift Leaders, and production teams.
• Work closely with Process Engineers, Equipment Engineering Supervisors, and operators to maximise equipment performance.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction and process optimisation projects.
• Assist with planning maintenance schedules and engineering projects.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, work instructions, and maintenance procedures.
• Liaise with OEM equipment suppliers, subcontractors, and service engineers when required.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance activities, including replacement of pumps, valves, and associated components.
• Safely work on equipment involving chemical handling while following all health and safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.

Skills & Experience

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering, Electronics, Science, Mathematics, Material Science, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in an Equipment Engineer or Maintenance Engineer role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electronics background with the ability to diagnose and repair electronic systems to component level.
• Experience fault finding and repairing complex automated manufacturing equipment.
• Semiconductor or cleanroom manufacturing experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of wafer fabrication processes is advantageous.
• Experience working on Epitaxy, Ion Implant, or Passivation equipment would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach.
• Experience working with equipment suppliers, contractors, and external service engineers.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Kaizen or 6S is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good IT skills and experience producing technical documentation.
• Able to manage workload independently while working effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working alternate early and late shifts in support of a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Work Location: In person

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

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