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Halo Industries

SiC wafers for high-voltage power electronics

Senior Equipment Engineer - Semiconductor

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSanta Clara, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field is required; a hands-on focus on equipment is a plus.
  • At least five years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair or equipment engineering in a semiconductor fab or similar high-tech environment.
  • Understanding of failure mechanisms and the ability to conduct root-cause analysis.
  • Experience with hand and power tools.
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed or required.
  • Willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge in wafer fabrication.
  • Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and time management skills to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Problem-solving ability and adaptability to changing priorities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive workspace.
  • Ability to lift 35 pounds comfortably and stand for extended periods of 1–2 hours as part of daily work.
  • Ability to work long hours or overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain fab tools running multiple processes.
  • Ensure machines are repaired as quickly as possible following breakdowns.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on assigned toolsets according to established procedures.
  • Oversee troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrade implementations to optimize equipment performance and maximize uptime.
  • Plan and implement comprehensive machine maintenance to meet required performance and reliability standards.
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration with research and development and production teams.
  • Collaborate with departments to improve equipment performance and yield and minimize downtime.
  • Provide immediate supervision to equipment technicians, assigning tasks and checking work at frequent intervals.
  • Provide information to SPML about machine issues requiring relevant skills and experience.
  • Initiate and implement machine performance improvements through equipment or process modifications and upgrades.
  • Prepare and monitor machine spare parts and tools.
  • Interact directly with manufacturing and other departments to achieve company goals.
  • Ensure all instruments are calibrated and properly maintained.
  • Ensure machines operate according to SPML specifications.
  • Monitor machine performance and institute necessary actions to maintain and upgrade it.
  • Communicate with machine suppliers about issues and machine improvements.
  • Investigate safety-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.
  • Provide management with updates about tool availability, yield, cost, and related issues.

Desired Qualifications

  • Project management skills and the ability to lead or contribute to cross-functional projects.
  • Interpersonal and training skills for mentoring and team collaboration.
  • Experience with Lean Preventive Maintenance and continuous improvement methodology.
  • Proficiency in extracting and analyzing data from structured and unstructured sources, including tool logs, to support preventive maintenance improvements, using AI tools where possible.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the Google platform.
  • Knowledge of control systems and/or programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
  • Mathematical proficiency, including addition, subtraction, percentage calculations, and understanding tolerances.
  • Communication skills for writing clear documentation, providing feedback, and collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Flexibility to work varying shifts and meet cleanroom requirements, including wearing personal protective equipment and adhering to cleanroom standards.

About the Company

Halo Industries

SiC wafers for high-voltage power electronics

Halo Industries produces silicon carbide (SiC) wafers using proprietary laser-based tools and processing technologies. These wafers enable the fabrication of efficient high-voltage power electronics used in sustainable electrification, including electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. The wafers are sold to semiconductor device manufacturers (B2B), and their production is designed to be more material-, energy-, and water-efficient, reducing manufacturing waste and resource use. What sets Halo Industries apart is its combination of laser-based wafer processing and a strong focus on sustainability and efficiency, aiming to deliver high-performance SiC wafers to power electronics manufacturers. The company’s goal is to support the electrification transition by supplying high-quality SiC wafers that improve manufacturing efficiency and enable advanced, energy-efficient power devices.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Series B
Total funding
$80M
Headquarters
Santa Clara, CA
Founded
2014

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