Equipment Engineer, Plasma Etching And Ion Milling, Microelectronics Research Center
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX, US
Base: $90,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
Plasma etching equipment maintenance
Ion milling system troubleshooting
Rf power delivery diagnostics
The Etch Engineer leads the development, optimization, and sustainment of advanced etch processes in a shared-user research cleanroom
Job Summary
The Etch Engineer leads the development, optimization, and sustainment of advanced etch processes in a shared-user research cleanroom.
The role requires maintaining tool stability, uptime, and safety through calibration, diagnostics, preventive maintenance support, and hardware troubleshooting.
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage and retirement contributions.
Matching Summary
The Etch Engineer leads the development, optimization, and sustainment of advanced etch processes in a shared-user research cleanroom.
Salary
Base: $90,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 100% employer-paid basic medical, retirement contributions, paid vacation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Plasma etching equipment maintenance
Ion milling system troubleshooting
RF power delivery diagnostics
Vacuum system hardware repair
Cleanroom safety compliance
Root cause analysis skills
Nice-to-have
Python scripting for data analysis
Shared-user research facility experience
Mentoring junior staff capabilities
Vendor coordination expertise
Advanced metrology tool usage
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics
Minimum 3 years semiconductor equipment experience
Experience with RIE, ICP, ALE, or ion milling tools