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Furnace Equipment Senior Engineer

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In-Office
Singapore, SGP
Senior level
In-Office
Singapore, SGP
Senior level
Maintains and optimizes semiconductor furnace equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, flat-zone tuning, profiling, component replacement, tool matching, process support, SPC monitoring, root-cause analysis, CAPA, qualification, vendor coordination, documentation, and continuous improvement. The role focuses on uptime, yield, reliability, safety, equipment efficiency, and compliance with cleanroom and fab protocols.
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Technical Expertise (Furnace)


  • Strong knowledge of furnace systems (Qtz tube, boat, SiC, TC, SCR, rapid cooling radiator)
  • Understanding of thermal processes (annealing, oxidation, diffusion, thermal budget)
  • Tool to tool matching capability (TC wafer to match temperature reference with ISO standard, golden pressure gauge...etc)
  • Hands on flat zone tuning, profiling adjustment, tube change, heater change, rapid cooling system change....etc)

Equipment Performance & Reliability

  • Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM)
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and minimize downtime
  • Ensure machines meet operational and safety standards
  • Manage spare parts and critical component tracking
  • Balance PM tool time with manufacturing
  • May require on-call support for critical situation

Process Support & Optimization

  • Support production by ensuring stable processes
  • Work closely with process engineers to optimize tool parameters
  • Monitor tool performance using SPC (Statistical Process Control)
  • Drive improvements in yield and defect reduction

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment and process issues
  • Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA)
  • Implement corrective actions and preventive actions (CAPA)

Continuous Improvement

  • Lead or participate in productivity and cost-reduction projects
  • Improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
  • Enhance equipment efficiency and automation

Installation & Qualification

  • Support new equipment installation, setup, and acceptance (SAT/FAT)
  • Perform equipment qualification and process buy-off
  • Collaborate with vendors for upgrades and modifications

Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation
  • Prepare reports on equipment performance, downtime, and improvements
  • Update SOPs and work instructions

Safety & Sustainability

  • Ensure compliance with fab safety protocols and cleanroom standards
  • Handle high-voltage systems, vacuum systems, and hazardous gases safely
  • Balance equipment sustainability vs needs

Key Performance Indicators

  • Equipment uptime (%)
  • OEE
  • Yield impact
  • PM compliance rate
  • FDC trigger rate

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Good communication and teamwork
  • Proactive and self-driven mindset
  • Utilizing goggle office & Gemini AI

Soitec Singapore Office

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