Working at EBARA Precision Machinery Europe (EPME) means you are connected to the top 20 micro-chip manufacturers. The semiconductor manufacturing market continues to grow. Our customers are using high-precision manufacturing technologies to provide; IoT, cloud servers, silicon technology, 5G, sensors for autonomous vehicles, flat panel displays, smartphones and tablets. As a part of the EBARA Group with over 19,000 employees worldwide, we drive this technology development. We are a team with more than 200 employees in 8 countries. Shape the future with us!
Join us in a perspective-rich workplace in a growing industry. We are looking for ambitious and passionate candidates who want to push boundaries to drive our customers' success. Join us in a company with a successful culture and team spirit.
THE ROLE
This is a cleanroom-based Field Service Engineer role, working directly on advanced planar semiconductor equipment — specifically Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) systems. If you are passionate about working hands-on with the cutting-edge tools that make modern chip manufacturing possible, this is the role for you.
Please note: While EBARA is widely known for vacuum and pump technology, this position sits within our Systems division. You will be working exclusively on CMP tools on the fab floor — not on pumps or vacuum systems.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Field Service Engineers provide on-site field service support through the performance of installations, upgrades, repairs, and maintenance of complex CMP capital equipment in a cleanroom environment. Working to a shift pattern of days and night shifts, you will analyse, diagnose, and troubleshoot EPME CMP equipment problems. You will also perform installations, repairs, upgrades as well as preventive maintenance on CMP systems installed at the customer site. You will be in charge of maintaining an assigned installation equipment base.
Duties include:
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Analyse, diagnose and troubleshoot all hardware and software issues on state-of-the-art CMP semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom setting.
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Understand and implement factory issued hardware and software upgrades.
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Ability to read and understand technical drawings, electrical schematics and P&ID drawings, and utilise these in the resolution of complex system issues.
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The successful candidate will take an active role in the management and control of the spare parts that we supply to the customer in support of the CMP Systems business.
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Report out to both the onsite customer and local management on weekly basis detailing system performance and ongoing activities.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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Higher Certificate/Apprenticeship (NFQ level 6) in a technical field with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a HVM environment or an Ordinary Bachelor’s Degree (NFQ level 7) in a technical field with a minimum of 1 year experience.
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Extensive experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and software (PLC) systems is desirable.
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Must be able to demonstrate effectively and clearly the ability to deliver clear and concise information to both the internal and external customers.
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Eligible to live and work in Ireland.
YOUR PROFILE
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You will be proactive, highly motivated and a self-starter.
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You will be able to work without direct instruction or supervision taking ownership for tasks and activities associated with our systems business.
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You will have a can do/will do attitude towards customer requests to help to improve equipment performance in the field.
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You will demonstrate the ability to work both alone and within a team environment, ensuring that projects and assignments are followed through to completion within a customer defined schedule.
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You will have the ability to follow detailed work instruction, and execute same to a high level of professional workmanship, with high attention to detail.
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You will be willing to work shift which includes nights and weekends.
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The role is 100% onsite in a cleanroom fab environment — you must be based in Ireland.
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You will be willing to travel internationally for training purposes from time to time as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
Join our team and unlock a world of opportunities! We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a competitive base salary, shift allowance, discretionary bonus, contributory pension, and medical cover, which even extends to your family.
But that's not all! We invest in our employees' growth through individualised and comprehensive training programs, both on the job and beyond. You'll have access to continuous learning and development opportunities to further enhance your skills and career prospects.
Plus, as part of our global team, you'll have the chance to travel and train with industry experts across our extensive EBARA network, opening doors to new experiences and professional connections worldwide. Join us and embark on a fulfilling journey of career advancement and personal growth!
Have we attracted your interest?
We look forward to receiving your detailed online application, stating your salary requirements and earliest possible starting date.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Zeynep Spinelli at [email protected].
