Sensor Engineer
Summary
Designs and deploys advanced sensing solutions for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, combining lab work with customer-facing technical leadership to optimize system performance.
Sensor Engineer – Wafer Fab Equipment
About the Role
We are seeking a Sensor Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced sensing solutions for semiconductor Wafer Fab Equipment. This role bridges deep technical sensor expertise with customer-facing application support, requiring both hands-on lab work and strategic technical leadership. The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex, high-value customer problems and driving new methodologies that improve system performance.
Role Responsibilities
Develop an in-depth understanding of customer technologies and critical gaps, and drive solutions through the full work cycle to implementation
Technically lead complex application activities and cross-functional teams
Create and lead new methodologies to optimize system performance for specific applications
Design and test sensors for Wafer Fab Equipment in a lab environment, adhering to all safety guidelines
Analyze, develop, document, and transfer new application capabilities within the system envelope, from the product division to the customer application support team
Lead internal and external customer technical review meetings
Select appropriate sensor protocols and data integration methodologies to solve high-value customer problems
Leverage AI and machine learning tools to accelerate sensor development, data analysis, anomaly detection, and predictive insights for customer applications
Qualifications
MS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
2–4 years of related experience in sensor design, integration, and testing
Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing wire harnesses, engineering drawings, and design-for-manufacturing practices
Hands-on experience with data acquisition boards and communication protocols for data exchange over networks
Statistical analysis experience, including use of R, Python, or JMP
Exposure to Semiconductor Fab Equipment as a Systems or Equipment Engineer
Understanding of semiconductor fab equipment sensor operating environments (network, power feeding, information security)
In-depth knowledge of various industry-standard sensor protocols and network protocols
Familiarity with AI/ML tools and techniques (e.g., pattern recognition, predictive modeling) applied to sensor data and equipment diagnostics