Equipment EngineerLocation EindhovenThe Role As a (Senior) Equipment Engineer, you are responsible for the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of critical semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You take ownership of results, work closely with colleagues, and apply a customer-focused, entrepreneurial approach to ensure high-quality wafer production. Within the Equipment & Maintenance Department, you support high availability of advanced manufacturing tools including PVD, PECVD, Dry Etch, High-Temperature Processing, Wet Etch, Wafer Bonding, Lithography, and Metrology. The technologies supported are used worldwide in applications ranging from IoT and automotive electronics to biomedical innovations.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn assigned equipment and systems, ensuring uptime, reliability (MTBF/MTTR), and efficiency.Analyze performance data and initiate improvements, upgrades, and modifications.Develop, plan, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities.Perform root cause analyses and drive continuous improvement.Release equipment for production after maintenance and modifications.Maintain technical documentation such as PM procedures, spare parts lists, and FMEA.Act as project lead for small tool modifications and support new equipment introduction (IQ/OQ).Collaborate with operations, technicians, and suppliers to provide reliable and timely support.Coach and support equipment engineers and technicians within your equipment area.What You BringTechnicalMBO / HBO / WO degree in a relevant technical field.7–10+ years of experience as an Equipment or Maintenance Engineer in a production or service environment.Hands-on experience with MEMS and/or semiconductor wafer fab manufacturing.Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems.Knowledge of vacuum systems, robotics, control systems, and automation.PersonalYou take ownership and consistently deliver on commitments.You collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines to achieve results.You demonstrate a proactive, customer-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset.You are flexible, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a cleanroom environment.You communicate clearly and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.