Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).
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Hardware Development EngineerJob DescriptionAbout the Role:
As hardware development engineer, you will be primarily working to keep the lab running and develop hardware solutions and CIPs. Install & maintain equipment in the lab to keep them operating at the optimum condition. Run experiments and tests on lab equipment to support application engineers and customers. Develop, install, and test CIP solutions for Brooks equipment by working with engineering teams.
Work Location: Onsite – Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan.
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-end responsibility for hardware development and integration of semiconductor equipment, including design, testing, and commissioning.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Applications, Supply Chain, Quality) to ensure smooth project execution.
- Technical evaluation and clarification of hardware requirements, specifications, and design changes.
- Support AMC (Airborne Molecular Contamination) related hardware integration and provide basic technical input.
- Coordination with external manufacturing partners and suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
- Ensure schedule, cost, and quality targets through structured project control and transparent reporting.
- Provide on-site support and customer interface during installation and troubleshooting (willingness to travel is required).
- Draft technical documents and reports to ensure complete records of design, testing, and maintenance processes.
- Handle equipment abnormalities by conducting problem analysis and proposing effective solutions.
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or related field).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in semiconductor industry hardware engineering.
- Solid experience in equipment hardware design, assembly, and integration.
- Basic understanding of AMC (Airborne Molecular Contamination) and its impact on semiconductor processes.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a structured working style.
- Ability to travel internationally for customer support and project execution.
- Basic English communication skills (written and spoken).
- High level of accountability, proactive mindset, and team collaboration spirit.
Salary Ranges
NT$1,629,503.39 TWD to NT$2,204,622.23 TWDSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or a related field
- At least 3 years of hardware engineering experience in the semiconductor industry
- Experience with equipment hardware design, assembly, and integration
- Basic understanding of Airborne Molecular Contamination and its impact on semiconductor processes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a structured working style
- Ability to travel internationally for customer support and project execution
- Basic written and spoken English communication skills
- High accountability, proactive mindset, and ability to collaborate with teams
Brooks Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is generally characterized as industry-average to slightly above, aligning with market expectations in many roles. Compensation is often framed as fair for experience, with stronger competitiveness appearing in specialized technical tracks and certain high-cost locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, supported by life and disability insurance as part of the core package. The overall health offering is positioned as comparable to peers and frequently treated as a baseline strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off is presented as generous, with flexible or unlimited PTO reported for many roles and a holiday shutdown period. In practice, usage appears workable for many teams, though norms can be manager- and workload-dependent.
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What We Do
Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions. We have been a key participant in the semiconductor industry for more than 40 years providing precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions enabling chip manufacturers globally. Brooks is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia.
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