Equipment Engineer Leader

  • Mid-senior level
    Process development
    South Korea > Hwaseong
    Full-time
    Bachelors
    25-50%
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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world.  Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.  

 

What you will be working on:

    • Lead installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of R&D equipment during the design phase of new products. 
    • Take full ownership of R&D lab equipment operations, ensuring high tool utilization and uptime across the team. 
    • Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative attitude when working with Hardware, Electrical, Controls, Process, and Software engineering teams during new product development. 
    • Supervise and support first builds and testing of new products, working closely with R&D core functions including facilities. 
    • Partner with the GPS team to develop and standardize documentation for best-known methods in service, preventive, and corrective maintenance tasks. 
    • Promote and enforce a safety-first mindset across all equipment-related activities. 
    • Manage and mentor a team Equipment Engineers, ensuring alignment with project goals and individual development. 
    • Monitor team performance, set clear objectives, and provide regular feedback and coaching. 
    • Coordinate resource planning, workload distribution, and escalation handling to ensure smooth lab operations. 

What we are looking for:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering . 
  • Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Experience in a supervisory role is plus 
    • Hands-on experience with deposition tools is highly preferred. 
  • Technical Knowledge: 
    • Strong understanding of wafer fab operations, closed-loop gas and vacuum control systems. 
    • Familiarity with RF-induced plasma, electro-pneumatic controls, microprocessor-based controllers, robotics, and basic software concepts. 
    • Experience handling toxic and/or flammable gases and acids in a cleanroom or lab environment. 
  • Leadership Skills: 
    • Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and drive continuous improvement. 
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across functions and levels. 

 

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.