Equipment Engineer

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of reliable, high-tech, cost-effective capital equipment that transforms materials and surfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to the Fortune 50, our customers rely on YES to help them unleash products that change lives – from cellphones and IoT devices, to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

As a preferred provider of wet and dry process technology, we look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits, including employee stock ownership, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Final Test Equipment Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Train equipment technicians in the Final test area.
• Mentor the Technicians in the group to be efficient in their jobs.
• Make sure to execute Checklists and procedures and update the tasks being done on the tool, as the needs require.
• Train and certify Technicians, making sure they complete two skill practices before sign-off; and the employee feels comfortable doing the job by themselves.
• Verify Lock-out / Tag-out is done properly with other team members and make sure they are following the Environmental Health & Safety guidelines properly.
• Verify the Sales Order and special options listed versus the tool as built by production.
• Verify the checklist made to inspect the tool before accepting it from production, verifying it’s built correctly, and the ship loose kit is properly stocked on a rack.
• Travel to perform on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues. Travel to train vendors on the Final Test Checklist.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities.
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to adhere to the process and prevent the occurrence of any non-conformity relating to the product, process, or system.
• Undertake special projects as requested by your supervisor.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities.
• Support and lead process improvement activities.
• Execute the Final Test Checklist, sign off each task executed, and make sure it’s on track for delivery as promised to our customers.
• Complete and sign off the Certificate of Compliance form, making sure every item is closed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Have a good understanding of mechanical components, adjustment, and alignment, and can coach other team members.
• Write daily reports and present them to the team, to your Supervisor & Manager.
• Give input on your peers to your supervisor during yearly reviews.
• Support new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards.
• Facilitate the team on root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier quality issues.

Qualifications:

• Degree in electrical engineering or electronics preferred.
• Substantial experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of working in equipment engineering in the Semiconductor, Solar, or LED industry.
• Experience in the Final Test Area.
• Can read schematics electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings.
• CAD, Solid work, and inventor knowledge are a plus.
• Some software, PLC knowledge, and understanding are a plus.
• Has a good understanding of electrical and electronics troubleshooting down to the component level and can train other team members.
• A good understanding of vacuum, thermal, and Chemical Vapor Deposition systems and be able to guide the team through complex tool issues.
• Lean manufacturing skills.
• Experience in dealing with customers and suppliers.

Compensation

• A base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000 per year; higher compensation may be available depending on advanced skills and/or specific experience.
• YES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO and company stock.

Additional Information

• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
• YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.