Equipment Engineer (Plating)

Employment: Full-time Experience level: Associate Job Description Responsible for driving plating, high pressure water jet and chemical de-flash equipment performance and reliability to meet production targets. The role focuses on improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and minimizing unplanned downtime (UDT). This includes planning maintenance strategies, leading troubleshooting activities, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure stable and efficient equipment operation. Key Responsibilities Drive and improve equipment performance metrics (OEE, MTBC, UDT) Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment-related issues Plan and optimize preventive maintenance strategies and schedules Monitor equipment performance trends and drive improvement initiatives Collaborate with production, process, and vendors to implement effective solutions Coach and guide technicians on technical problem-solving and best practices Qualifications Must Have: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics / Manufacturing) Minimum 2 years’ experience in semiconductor equipment maintenance (wet processes preferred) Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capability Solid understanding of equipment performance metrics (OEE, MTBC, downtime analysis) Good leadership and cross-functional communication skills Good to Have Experience with plating, water jet & chemical de-flash equipment (E.g. MECO EPL, JASTEC ED WJ, JKS/AGS Chemical De-flash) Familiar with PQFN product process flow. Familiar with structured problem-solving methodologies Experience in equipment reliability and optimization projects Hands-on experience in equipment troubleshooting and validation Ability to prepare clear, structured, and comprehensive technical reports Knowledge in automation, vision systems, and predictive maintenance approaches. Additional Information Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our  Diversity & Inclusion Statement .