About this role
We are seeking an experienced Semiconductor Metrology Equipment Engineer to support, maintain, and continuously improve advanced wafer inspection and metrology systems within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will have a proven track record working with critical inspection tools, ensuring maximum tool uptime, accuracy, and process capability. This role plays a key part in yield improvement, process control, and sustaining high‑volume manufacturing through expert technical support of metrology platforms. Key Responsibilities
• Provide technical ownership for semiconductor metrology and inspection equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation. • Install, qualify, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair metrology systems to minimise downtime and optimise performance. • Act as subject matter expert for inspection and surface‑analysis tools, supporting manufacturing, process engineering, and yield teams. • Lead fault finding, root cause analysis, and corrective actions across equipment, hardware, software, and process interfaces. • Drive continuous improvement activities to enhance tool availability, performance, and data quality. • Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and recipe optimisation in line with process requirements. • Work closely with tool vendors for advanced troubleshooting, escalations, and long‑term reliability initiatives. • Maintain documentation including maintenance procedures, calibration records, and change control. • Participate in Fab support rotations, including on‑call or shift coverage where required. • Ensure all work is completed in compliance with semiconductor cleanroom, safety, and quality standards. Equipment & Systems Experience (Preferred) Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following semiconductor metrology and inspection platforms:
• Takano Surfscan systems • Dragonfly inspection systems • Camtek inspection systems • Optical microscopes and advanced light‑based inspection tools • Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) • Other semiconductor metrology and yield‑monitoring systems (e.g. defect inspection, overlay, CD, surface analysis) Required Skills & Experience
• Proven experience as an Equipment Engineer or Metrology Engineer within the semiconductor industry. • Strong background supporting high‑precision inspection and metrology tools in a manufacturing environment. • Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex equipment and process issues with a structured, data‑driven approach. • Experience working in cleanroom environments and high‑volume fabs. • Strong understanding of semiconductor process control, yield analysis, and data integrity. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams. • Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements to tool uptime, reliability, or yield. • Clear technical communication skills, both written and verbal. Qualifications (Preferred)
• Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Physics, or Semiconductor Engineering. • OEM training or certifications on relevant metrology systems. • Experience supporting multiple process nodes or advanced semiconductor technologies. What We Offer
• Opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor equipment • Competitive salary and benefits package • Career development within a technically advanced manufacturing environment • Collaborative, safety‑focused, and performance‑driven culture