About the role

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The Sustaining Automation Engineer is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automation and robotic systems in semiconductor manufacturing environments. This role requires hands-on expertise in PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and vision systems, along with strong collaboration and documentation skills to ensure equipment reliability and performance. The engineer drives continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to safety, quality, and industry standards.

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Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and resolve PLC, robotics, SCADA, vision system, and connectivity issues
Execute preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime
Develop, modify, and optimize PLC and robotic programs
Design and validate robotic structures and end effectors
Calibrate parts, sensors, and components according to specifications
Update engineering specifications, drawings, and sustaining documentation
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Vendors to resolve technical issues
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance
Ensure compliance with Applied Materials standards, SEMI regulations, and EHS requirements
Support spare parts management and supplier coordination

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, robotics, mechatronics or other relevant studies
5 years of relevant hands-on experience in automation, robotics, or sustaining equipment
Expert-level PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent)
Robotics programming experience (ABB, KUKA, FANUC, or similar)
Knowledge of robotic structure design, kinematics, and end effector integration
Proficiency in automation hardware and control system troubleshooting
Familiarity with SCADA systems and industrial networks
Understanding of vision systems and automated assembly processes
Industry 4.0 knowledge (IoT, AI, machine learning, cyber-physical systems)
Mechanical assembly and alignment experience
Strong technical documentation and interpretation skills
Skilled in diagnostic tools and calibration of sensors, actuators, and precision measurement