Senior Equipment Engineer, Equipment Engineering

Job Title

Senior Equipment Engineer, Equipment Engineering

Role Summary

Develop, sustain, and optimize advanced semiconductor R&D equipment and processes in support of Custom Quantum Computing (CQC) research and development. Work cross-functionally with process development, supply chain, test engineering, product management, and external OEM vendors to prototype, qualify, and improve semiconductor process tools.

Experience Level

Senior — 10+ years of relevant engineering experience preferred, ideally in the semiconductor industry or with high-precision equipment.

Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on technical support and lead equipment improvement efforts to maximize R&D throughput and equipment reliability.

• Respond to and resolve equipment breakdowns quickly; perform hands-on troubleshooting and restore tool operation to minimize downtime.
• Lead and participate in equipment upgrades focused on serviceability, reliability, and process capability.
• Develop and maintain equipment validation, calibration, qualification, and process-of-record (POR) procedures.
• Support Design of Experiments (DOE), process window characterization, and recipe optimization with process engineers.
• Create and improve preventative and predictive maintenance schedules and documentation adapted for experimental recipes.
• Train and mentor technicians and junior engineers on tool operation, safety, and maintenance best practices.
• Manage spare parts analysis and inventory planning; coordinate RMAs and vendor interactions for component replacement.
• Interface with equipment communication protocols (SECS/GEM, GEM300) and R&D automation systems for data collection and process control.

Requirements

Minimum technical skills and experience required for successful performance in the role.

• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably working with semiconductor equipment or high‑precision industrial tools.
• Proven project management experience leading technical projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and qualifying semiconductor or similar process equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment cleanliness and safety standards such as ISO, CE, UL, SEMI, and NFPA.
• Experience developing validation/calibration procedures and supporting DOE/process characterization.
• Familiarity with equipment communication protocols (SECS/GEM, GEM300) and basic automation/integration concepts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and work effectively in teams.
• Experience coordinating with OEM vendors for installations, hookups, acceptance testing, and RMAs.

Education Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree (AS/BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is listed as a basic qualification.

About the Company

Company: Amazon

Headquarters: Seattle, Washington, United States

Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, committed to delivering fast, reliable services across diverse sectors. The company's innovative technologies include AWS, Kindle, and Echo, as well as developing low Earth orbit satellite networks for improved internet connectivity worldwide.