First Line Support Production Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

First Line Support Production Engineer (Semiconductor): Providing rapid response to resolve engineering disturbances and supporting production output within the Wilton Factory with an accent on troubleshooting and documenting production floor interruptions. Focus on implementing short-term containments, managing failed parts, and ensuring cleanroom operational standards.

Location: Onsite in Wilton, CT, US. Must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Company

World's leading provider of lithography systems for the semiconductor industry, enabling the production of advanced microchips.

What you will do

• Troubleshoot and document interruptions on the production floor alongside opticians and technicians.
• Develop and implement short-term containments and structural solutions for production issues.
• Manage failed parts, determine rework paths, and evaluate dispositions.
• Perform hands-on engineering steps listed in the production operator dashboard (POD) to support output.
• Generate detailed machine failure reports and provide daily quality improvement reports.
• Support the development of manufacturing procedures and technical work instructions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical engineering discipline, Physics, or Material Science.
• 0-1 year of experience in a high-tech production or manufacturing environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment (full gowning, ISO 9000/14000 standards).
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and optical drawings.
• Willingness to work night shifts (6pm – 6am) and occasional weekends.

Nice to have

• Experience in optical fabrication or assembly (etching, polishing, litho process).
• Prior cleanroom experience in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and PFMEA.
• Proficiency with Teamcenter and SAP.
• Ability to interpret optical tolerancing and Scratch-Dig specifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Exposure to cutting-edge lithography technology used by the world's leading chipmakers.
• Collaborative environment working with multidisciplinary groups and senior leadership.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity as an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Opportunity to cross-train across different work centers to increase efficiency.