Engineer I Technology
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$18 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Boise, Idaho |
About this job
Job Description
For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology — enabling the innovation behind smartphones, computers, automotive electronics, and countless other devices used every day. Our success is driven by advanced technology, strong customer partnerships, and most importantly, our people.
Join Photronics and be part of a collaborative, high-tech manufacturing environment where learning, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement are core to everything we do.
We are seeking a Equipment Engineer I that supports the performance, reliability, installation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Facilities, and Quality teams to ensure tool uptime, yield improvement, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day engineering support for assigned manufacturing equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment performance issues and lead root cause analysis efforts
- Support installation, qualification, and startup of new tools and systems
- Monitor equipment metrics and data trends to identify improvement opportunities
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and training materials
- Partner with manufacturing technicians to improve safety, quality, cost, and output
- Ensure compliance with cleanroom, safety, and quality standards
- Interface with equipment vendors for technical support and upgrades
- Participate in continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives
Location: Photronics – Boise, ID (US). This is an on-site position.
Qualifications
- Strong engineering fundamentals and analytical capability
- Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills
- Basic data analysis and statistical process control (SPC) knowledge preferred
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Requirement
- Required use of cleanroom attire and protective equipment
- Combination of hands-on equipment support and computer-based analysis
- May require extended periods of standing and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
- 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience preferred
- Internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience a plus
- Cleanroom or semiconductor industry experience preferred but not required
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or related discipline) required
Why Photronics:
- Be part of a global technology leader driving innovation for the world’s biggest tech companies.
- Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment where your expertise will have a real impact.
- Develop your leadership skills by mentoring and guiding a talented team. Enjoy stability, challenge, and opportunity at a company with more than 50 years of proven success.
- Competitive salary and annual bonus program.
- Equity compensation eligibility.
- Full suite of health and welfare benefits.
- 401k with company match.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for team members’ disabilities and religious beliefs or practices.
Agency Notice: Photronics does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from search firms or employment agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee regarding this opening. Resumes submitted outside of our approved agency engagement process will be considered the sole property of Photronics, and no fees will be paid if such candidates are hired. Only agencies with a valid agreement in place with Photronics and assigned to this role may submit candidates.
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