Equipment Engineer

KSLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD) is a dynamic growth stage company with a mission to pioneer the future of light with our game changing laser based light sources and beyond lighting vision. We are in the process of growing our team as we expand our innovative GaN-based LaserLight sources toward further integration and advanced functionality such as sensing and communication for next generation mobility, automotive, and smart lighting applications.

Innovate with us – We are pioneering the future of light!

We are a highly driven, collaborative team that goes above and beyond to create the next generation of light. We value our team’s diversity and encourage people to act on new ideas to commercialize tomorrow’s product innovations today. Our game-changing technology and spirit of innovation connects us closely with our customers and the communities we serve.

Job Description: 

KSLD is looking for an experienced semiconductor equipment engineer to join our Wafer Fabrication operation team to support the manufacturing and advanced development of cutting edge GaN-based laser diode products. The successful candidate will directly support the Wafer Fabrication tool maintenance activities as well as work in a team environment to optimize equipment, hardware, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades of semiconductor process equipment in all functional areas (i.e. photolithography, dry etch, wet etch, deposition, assembly, test, etc.).
• Repairs and maintenance to be performed in accordance with blueprints, diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturers specifications using hand tools, power tools, and measuring and testing instruments
• Work with engineers and manufacturing with set up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative and predictive maintenance, pareto or other failure analysis, and procedural documentation.
• Organize and maintain spare parts inventories
• Support the quality programs such as 5s and total productive maintenance (TPM)

Experience and Skills

• Bachelors degree in a technical field (i.e. physics, electrical or mechanical engineering, materials science) or equivalent knowledge and/or experience
• Minimum of five years experience working in a semiconductor industry
• Solid semiconductor process equipment knowledge (RIE, ICP, PECVD, sputter deposition, coaters, steppers, wet benches, metrology, etc.)
• MOCVD experience a plus.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with a hands-on approach; Related certifications a plus.
• Drafting and mechanical design experience. Ability to read electrical schematics. Experience designing, modifying, and building equipment components a plus.
• Comprehensive communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians
• Experience with quality systems and requirements a plus
• Ability to work in cleanroom environment
• Dependable and able to maintain on-call hours or occasional irregular work hours or work week
• Good written communication and organizational skills; Proficient in MS Office
• Self-driven with the flexibility to work independently or under general guidance and direction

Safety Responsibilities

• May be required to participate as a member of the ERT (Emergency Response Team).
• May be required to maintain certifications for response to emergencies (i.e. HAZCOM, HAZOPER, FIRST-AID, CPR, ERT, ETC.) as required
• Able to properly use safety equipment to analyze risks and emergencies (SCBA, respirator, gas leak detection, etc.).
• Possess a strong personal focus on safety for themselves and those around them.
• Safety conscious and able to maintain a safe work environment.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to receive medical clearance for respirator use
• Operate material handling equipment (i.e. forklift, hand trucks, palette jacks, etc.)
• Loading and pushing hand trucks and carts to move equipment to various locations
• Climbing stairs and ladders to access areas and equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.