Equipment Development Engineer (Semiconductor Manufacturing)

Location: On-site in Tokyo, Japan

Company

hirify.global Foundry develops semiconductor process and packaging technologies, manufacturing capabilities, and assembly/test solutions for global customers.

What you will do

• Define equipment capability requirements across hardware, software, and controls with internal teams and suppliers.
• Lead the design, development, integration, installation, and qualification of assembly/test process equipment and automation systems.
• Integrate AMHS, EFEMs, load ports, process tools, and other systems into a cohesive pilot line.
• Partner with equipment suppliers through design, build, installation, testing, and qualification phases.
• Execute unit, integration, and pilot-line validation while troubleshooting complex equipment, controls, and integration issues.
• Drive manufacturing readiness, process capability, energy-efficiency, and consumables or material waste reduction improvements.

Requirements

• On-site availability in Tokyo, Japan.
• Excellent communication skills in Japanese and English.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, systems engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in process engineering, equipment development, systems integration, semiconductor manufacturing, or manufacturing automation.
• At least 5 years of project management and technical leadership experience.
• Strong experience with CAD tools, data analysis, and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice to have

• Semiconductor manufacturing process equipment experience, especially in assembly and test.
• Experience with semiconductor material handling systems such as FOUPs, trays, EFEMs, load ports, AMHS, and sorter systems.
• Familiarity with SEMI standards, equipment interoperability, industrial controls, and factory automation.
• Experience in pilot-line, R&D factory, or multi-tool integration environments.
• Experience improving energy efficiency and reducing consumables or material waste.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-paced R&D environment with evolving program requirements and a high degree of ambiguity.
• Collaborate with global hirify.global teams, external equipment suppliers, consortia partners, and pilot-line stakeholders.
• Contribute to next-generation semiconductor manufacturing and equipment interoperability standards.
• Full-time Shift 1 position in Japan.