Automation & Controls Specialist, Silicon Process Manufacturing (Starlink)

• ◆Integrate and commission electromechanical production systems using a wide array of tools, machines, and equipment, and collaborate with engineering to deliver solutions for the silicon packaging line
• ◆Validate and integrate vendor/OEM equipment into company systems for traceability and centralized control
• ◆Develop, modify, and maintain software applications (PLC/SCADA/HMI) tailored to wafer-level, chip-level, and panel-level packaging operations
• ◆Develop, build, and execute new automation solutions for our production lines and work to improve existing automated assets to meet production

in semiconductor packaging

• ✓Read, understand, and utilize system-level schematics (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic) for troubleshooting and improving packaging assembly equipment
• ✓Spec and procure required components, sensors, and hardware needed for implementing control solutions in advanced packaging environments
• ✓Maintain and support the operation of the factory by enforcing proper workflow, safety, tidiness, and inventory control of consumables and equipment used in silicon packaging
• ✓Perform and promote 5S principles of organizing and sustaining an efficient and presentable team workspace
• ✓Work creatively and innovate to support team goals by always being prepared to challenge the status quo and develop unique solutions for high-reliability packaging production

• ✓High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• ✓2+ years of programming experience in one of: C, C++, Visual Basic, Python, IEC Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), Java, “Jython”
• ✓One of:
• ✓2+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing and production environment
• ✓2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

• ✓Demonstrated hands-on skill in troubleshooting electromechanical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes, and PLC/SCADA/robot software packages
• ✓Demonstrated willingness to develop software, electrical, and mechanical technical skills
• ✓Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized with exceptional communication skills
• ✓Familiarity with SEMI organization semiconductor standards
• ✓Applied understanding of SECS-GEM – and how to integrate into a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• ✓HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), Ignition systems with focus on user-friendly navigation and machine health monitoring and control
• ✓PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT Structured Text programming
• ✓Robotics programming, preferably ABB
• ✓Field Bus Networking protocols, preferably EtherCAT, Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet/IP
• ✓Industrial electrical application to mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, software design, including how to safely checkout these interdisciplinary systems prior to production implementation
• ✓Ability to engineer creative and new approaches to problems while adhering to NFPA/ISO/ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA safety

to keep a factory safe

• ✓Must be able to acquire forklift certification
• ✓Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• ✓Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• ✓Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required to support critical milestones

ITAR

• ✓To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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