Shift Equipment Maintenance Engineer – Etching 80 – 100% (f/m/d) Nouveau
The opportunity
Join our innovative team as a Shift Maintenance Engineer and play a critical role in the heart of semiconductor production! With a strong focus on etching processes, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology to optimize system performance and ensure seamless operations. This is your opportunity to collaborate with experts, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and grow in a dynamic, high-tech environment. If you’re passionate about precision and innovation, we want to hear from you!
How you’ll make an impact
- Maintain and optimize wet chemical and plasma etch equipment to ensure high availability
- Troubleshoot and repair complex systems in collaboration with OEM partners
- Plan and support preventive maintenance activities to improve tool performance
- Manage spare parts and contribute to equipment upgrades and process improvements
- Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to support production goals
- Create and maintain technical documentation and support data tracking in MES systems
- Identify and implement improvements in tools, processes, and operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with HSE standards and promote a safe working environment
Your background
- Technical vocational training in automation, electronics, or a related field (EFZ or equivalent)
- 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance in semiconductor or similar industries
- Strong technical knowledge in plasma tools (e.g. AMAT, LAM systems)
- Solid understanding of electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and vacuum systems
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and within shift operations
- Good communication skills in English (German is a plus)
More about us
You will join a dynamic and fast-paced production environment where teamwork, reliability, and technical excellence are key.
Working in a shift-based setup, you will be part of a highly skilled maintenance team supporting critical operations and advanced manufacturing processes.
This role offers hands-on experience with complex technologies and the opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing directly to production stability and performance.
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time - balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.