onsemi is seeking a CMP Equipment Engineer at our Hopewell Junction, NY site. The 300mm CMP Equipment Engineer is responsible for sustaining, improving, and optimizing the performance of Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) equipment in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maximizing tool availability, reducing equipment-related defects, improving process stability, driving cost reduction initiatives, and supporting continuous improvement activities across the CMP sector.
The engineer partners closely with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance Technicians, Facilities, Quality, Planning, and equipment vendors to ensure stable and efficient fab operations while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Equipment Sustaining & Reliability
- Own and sustain 300mm CMP equipment performance across assigned toolsets.
- Drive improvements in: Tool availability, MTBF, MTTR, OEE, PM compliance, Repeat failures
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures using systematic problem-solving methodologies.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) activities for chronic equipment issues.
- Develop corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring downtime.
- Monitor tool health indicators and equipment fingerprints.
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- Develop, optimize, and standardize PM procedures. Reduce PM variability and improve maintenance quality. Implement predictive maintenance strategies using equipment trends and SPC data. Define spare parts strategy and critical spare inventory requirements. Support maintenance technician training and certification programs.
Continuous Improvement (CIP)
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on:
- Availability improvement, Cost reduction, Throughput optimization, Defect reduction, Cycle time improvement. Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Perform Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and downtime analysis. Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve fab performance.
Technical Troubleshooting
- Support troubleshooting of: Polish modules, Transfer robots, Slurry delivery systems, Pad conditioning systems, Vacuum systems, Chemical delivery systems, Endpoint systems, PLC and automation interfaces. Work closely with vendors on escalated technical issues and hardware upgrades. Support tool recoveries after major failures, power events, or maintenance activities.
Process & Production Support
- Partner with Process Engineers to improve process capability and defect performance.
- Support engineering experiments, qualifications, and tool matching activities.
- Assist with recipe setup, equipment qualifications, and production ramp activities.
- Support line yield and excursion investigations related to CMP equipment.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze equipment performance data and generate actionable insights.
- Track and report sector KPIs, including availability, Utilization, MTBF, MTTR, Cost of ownership, Defectivity, PM completion rates, and present technical updates and improvement plans to leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with semiconductor safety standards, LOTO procedures , Chemical safety requirements, and environmental regulations
- Fab contamination control standards. Participate in safety audits and risk assessments
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , Chemical Engineering , Materials Engineering
Experience
- Education: BS degree in Engineering or a technical field. An MS degree is a plus
- Experience: 0 to 2 years of relevant experience years in semiconductor processing or a similar industry
- Knowledge of tools such as Applied Materials Reflexion. Ebara CMP platforms, Similar CMP toolsets
- Experience working in cross-functional teams to achieve goals and metrics
- Experience with FMEA risk analysis is a plus
- Intermediate-level data analysis skills, specifically in Excel or JMP, using formulas, pivots, and charts, are required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint
- Strong communication skills with experience in presenting technical project details
- Self-motivated and results-oriented
- Fluency (written and oral) in English is required
Salary: onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $65.800 to $102,100 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of the internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package. https://www.onsemi.com/site/pdf/Benefits-Summary-USA.pdf
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering
- 0 to 2 years relevant experience in semiconductor processing or similar industry
- Knowledge of Applied Materials Reflexion, Ebara CMP platforms, and similar CMP toolsets
- Intermediate-level data analysis skills in Microsoft Excel or JMP (formulas, pivots, charts)
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Experience troubleshooting PLC and automation interfaces
- Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance, PM procedure development, and spare parts strategy
- Experience working in cross-functional teams and presenting technical project details
- Knowledge/use of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- FMEA risk analysis experience
- MS degree in engineering (preferred)
- Strong communication skills and fluency in written and oral English
- Self-motivated and results-oriented work approach
onsemi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about onsemi and has not been reviewed or approved by onsemi.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are highlighted by a U.S. 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 4% and immediate vesting. International plans such as Ireland’s defined contribution scheme and Germany’s company-funded pension elements reinforce long-term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include ten paid holidays, flexible vacation for exempt employees, and three to five weeks of vacation for non-exempt staff as tenure grows, alongside sick time accrual. Paid leaves span parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military service, with Europe locations offering additional statutory and seniority-based days.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include eight weeks of paid parental leave, company-sponsored backup care for children, adults, and pets, and up to $15,000 in adoption assistance. Regional provisions such as Switzerland’s child allowance and accessible EAP counseling show added attention to household needs.
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What We Do
We are building a better future through intelligent technology. For over 60 years, onsemi and its ancestors have been leading the world’s greatest technology advancements. onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
