Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - Semiconductor Operations

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

• Become the expert level owner of a suite of manufacturing equipment in Keysight's semiconductor manufacturing areas, specializing in either dry etch or lithography.
• Drive the capital acquisition process for manufacturing equipment.
• Develop preventive maintenance and repair procedures.
• Lead equipment repair escalations and oversee maintenance activities.
• Perform emergency repairs in a manufacturing environment as needed.
• Coordinate vendor service visits for corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Drive hardware improvements and automation projects.
• Collaborate closely with process engineers and operators to support both volume production and R&D process development.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and solve complex problems independently.
• Proficiency with CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Motivation to pursue a hands-on, engineering career.
• Strong desire to learn new skills and tackle novel challenges.
• Engineering experience in a manufacturing or other technical environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Master's degree in engineering or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in a common programming language (e.g., Python, C/C++).
• Experience using SQL for database interaction and data analysis.
• Background in lithography or dry etch within the semiconductor industry.
• Experience in chemical or high-hazard manufacturing environments.
• Technical project management experience.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Experience with automation platforms (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, or scripting for tool automation).
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data analysis techniques.
• Hands-on experience with chemical or gas delivery systems.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in structured troubleshooting methodologies such as 5 Whys, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Fishbone diagrams.

This critical role is based at our headquarters in Santa Rosa, CA.

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