MEL Systems and Services
Website:
melss.com
Job details:
Job Information
- Date Opened 05/01/2026
- Job Type Permanent
- Industry Semiconductor
- Work Experience 3-8 years
- City Chandigarh
- State/Province Chandigarh
- Country India
- Zip/Postal Code 600096
Job Description
Equipment Ownership & Maintenance
- Own and maintain assigned semiconductor manufacturing tools (Lithography, Etch, Diffusion, CVD, PVD, CMP, Implant, or Metrology).
- Ensure high equipment availability, reliability, and throughput to meet production schedules.
- Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve equipment and process-related issues.
- Reduce tool downtime by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
Installation, Hook-up & Qualification
- Support tool installation, hook-up, and commissioning activities in coordination with vendors and facilities teams.
- Execute equipment qualification activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and handover to production.
- Assist in technology transfer, new product introduction (NPI), and ramp-up activities.
Production & Process Support
- Provide day-to-day and on-call equipment support for 24x7 fab operations.
- Work closely with Process Engineering and Manufacturing teams to maintain process stability and yield.
- Monitor equipment health using SPC/FDC charts and drive corrective actions when deviations occur.
Preventive Maintenance & Documentation
- Develop, execute, and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) procedures.
- Maintain accurate equipment documentation, SOPs, PM checklists, and spare parts records.
- Ensure compliance with cleanroom protocols and operational standards.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Adhere to EHS guidelines related to hazardous chemicals, gases, electrical systems, and vacuum equipment.
- Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, ISO standards, and SEMI guidelines.
- Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
Continuous Improvement
- Drive cost reduction, productivity, and cycle-time improvement initiatives.
- Support automation, tool data analysis, and equipment performance optimization projects.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams and equipment suppliers for best-practice implementation.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics
- Diploma holders with relevant fab equipment experience may also be considered
Experience
- 2–10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or related high-tech manufacturing
- Hands-on experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Exposure to 24x7 shift operations is an advantage
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment fundamentals
- Hands-on experience with vacuum systems, gas delivery systems, RF power, robotics, and PLC-based controls
- Familiarity with SPC, FDC, TPM, and basic data analysis tools
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work in rotating shifts, weekends, and on-call schedules
- Ability to comply with cleanroom gowning and physical job requirements
- Vendor coordination and field service experience is a plus
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