Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance

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We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

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As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think on their feet. Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on sputter equipment according to maintenance schedules.; Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and control system failures .; Perform equipment inspections and ensure machines operate within specified performance conditions.; Document maintenance activities, equipment failures, and corrective actions in maintenance databases.; Provide technical support to junior technicians during troubleshooting and equipment recovery .; Support engineers in equipment improvement projects, machine upgrades, and system modifications .; Analyze recurring equipment problems and provide improvement suggestions to engineers.; Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and measurement instruments for troubleshooting.; Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and cleanroom standards .; Support production during equipment recovery to minimize downtime.

Requirements

Diploma or Advanced/Higher Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Electromechanical Engineering .; Minimum 3–6 years of experience in equipment maintenance in manufacturing environment.; Experience working with vacuum systems or sputtering equipment is preferred.; Ability to interpret electrical schematics and system diagrams .; Experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes .; Ability to work in 12-hour AWS shift environment .; Strong troubleshooting capability in mechanical, electrical, and control systems .; Good understanding of vacuum systems and sputter equipment operation .; Ability to guide junior technicians during maintenance activities.; Good problem-solving and analytical skills.; Strong teamwork and communication with engineers and cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

Experience in a sputter media or semiconductor manufacturing environment.; Knowledge of high-vacuum technology, plasma processes, or thin-film deposition systems.