Defect Metrology Engineer (Semiconductor Manufacturing)

Location: On-site in Leixlip, Ireland

Annual salary: €59,200–€111,300

Company

hirify.global operates semiconductor manufacturing processes and develops inspection and metrology capabilities to support high-yield production.

What you will do

• Own and optimize multiple defect and review metrology toolsets used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Analyze equipment and process performance using data extraction, statistical methods, visualization, and trend or outlier analysis.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment issues, develop scalable solutions, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Improve tool performance and optimize recipes through sustaining and innovation activities.
• Lead cross-functional equipment improvement initiatives and influence stakeholders to implement operational changes.
• Support recipe development, optimization, and transfers to maintain high-sensitivity defect detection.

Requirements

• Level 8 NFQ degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline, such as physics, chemistry, materials science, electrical, mechanical, chemical, or mechatronics engineering, nanotechnology, or mathematics.
• 4+ years of experience in an equipment engineering environment or similar industry.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and hands-on equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with data extraction, validation, statistical analysis, and visualization using JMP or similar tools.
• Ability to work autonomously with ownership, manage ambiguity, and communicate complex technical information clearly.
• Experience working in cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Nice to have

• Background or hands-on experience in optics.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related high-tech industries.
• Experience with yield analysis, defect reduction methodologies, process improvement, or equipment automation systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tools or activities simultaneously.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time experienced-hire position.
• Shift 1 schedule in Ireland.
• Total compensation package with additional pay components and benefits.
• Employment practices provide equal consideration in accordance with local law.