Equipment Engineer I

Responsible for the evaluation, procurement, installation, and manufacturing support of automated manufacturing equipment. Prepares maintenance procedures and policies, establishes support infrastructure, identifies and tracks equipment deficiencies and designs/ implements improvements. Interfaces with process engineering and maintenance to develop and support new processes and applications. Estimates manufacturing cost and time standards and makes recommendations for improvements. Supports evaluation of new technologies and equipment for improvement of current techniques or implementation of new process techniques.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Develop a basic understanding of the scientific theory of the product. Attend product training classes.

* Develop understanding of product hazards and safe working practices.

* Maintain equipment including Source, Beamline, and wafer handling areas with an understanding of product hazards and safe working practices.

* Setup, adjustment and calibration of system wafer handling and robotics

* Troubleshooting of systems, including electrical and mechanical disciplines, recruiting expert resources as needed.

* Operate Demo tools for customer demonstrations and in-house product characterization.

* Work with a cross-functional team to develop and implement test plans and value-added solutions. Function as the equipment contact engineer with knowledge of tool configuration status.

* Maintain awareness of tool configuration and Implement test plans and value-added solutions.

* Continue developing a greater understanding of the scientific theory of the product.

* Must have the ability to perform the physical labor required during maintenance and repair of the equipment and to do so while wearing the appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment).

* Proficient in MS Office products

* Travel: Up to 15%.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required. 0-3 years of professional experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.