Field Service Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment

Job Overview

We are partnering exclusively with a well-established service provider that supports the semiconductor manufacturing sector based in Leixlip, Co. Kildare. As a result of expansion within one of Europe’s largest semiconductor facilities, we are recruiting multiple full-time permanent Field Service Engineers to join the onsite team.

Role Summary

Successful candidates will engage in installation, commissioning, qualification, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of cutting-edge semiconductor capital equipment used in a world-class cleanroom environment. The role involves collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and may require international travel to locations such as the USA and Taiwan for OEM training and certification. A full driving license is necessary due to possible company transport for overseas assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and qualify semiconductor manufacturing tools according to OEM standards and cleanroom protocols.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance, calibration, and servicing to ensure equipment uptime and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, automation, and process faults in semiconductor equipment.
• Execute corrective maintenance and conduct root cause analysis to implement long-term solutions.
• Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Collaborate closely with process engineers, equipment engineers, and production teams to enhance equipment performance and manufacturing yield.
• Maintain comprehensive service documentation, maintenance logs, and technical reports adhering to quality and regulatory standards.
• Strictly follow environmental health and safety, cleanroom, and contamination control procedures.
• Provide technical assistance and operational guidance to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in on-call support and escalation duties to ensure critical manufacturing operations run smoothly.
• Coordinate with global engineering and technical teams to resolve intricate technical challenges.
• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability for maintenance activities.
• Identify and recommend improvements for equipment reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, and semiconductor manufacturing protocols.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering field; alternately, a Level 6 trade qualification with substantial relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing or maintenance.
• Previous experience in semiconductor, electronics, automation, medical device, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing settings is beneficial.
• Encouragement for recent engineering graduates who possess strong technical aptitude and enthusiasm for semiconductor technologies.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting and diagnosing faults across electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with precision instrumentation, diagnostic equipment, test fixtures, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with cleanroom procedures and high-volume manufacturing environments is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to function both independently and as part of a high-performance engineering team.
• Competence with Microsoft Office and Windows-based software platforms.

Additional Notes

Candidates must hold a valid EU passport or Stamp 4 permission due to travel needs for international training and certification programs.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment contracts.
• Work on one of Europe’s most advanced semiconductor manufacturing sites.
• Structured OEM training and opportunities for international certification.
• Clear career progression paths within a growing high-tech engineering sector.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing technologies.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and technically focused work environment.