Equipment Development Engineer

Job Details:

Job Description: 

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to support the METI-SATAS program, focused on development, integration, and deployment of next-generation assembly and test process equipment, factory automation systems, and material handling solutions for a pilot line in Japan. This role spans the full equipment lifecycle-from requirements definition and design through supplier integration, installation, and qualification-in close collaboration with global Intel teams and external equipment and consortia partners. The position is based in Japan and includes hands-on engagement with suppliers and pilot line equipment, process engineering and operations.
The role may focus on process equipment engineering, factory automation and material handling systems, or end-to-end systems integration depending on program needs and candidate experience.

Multiple positions may be filled from this requisition across process equipment engineering, factory automation and material handling systems, and systems integration disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive equipment capability requirements across hardware, software, and controls in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers

• Own and drive deliverables for assigned scope, ensuring alignment to program goals, schedule commitments, performance targets, and integration requirements

• Lead design, development, and integration of assembly/test process equipment and automation systems, including automated material handling (AMHS), EFEMs, load ports, and process tools

• Integrate multiple process tools and automation systems into a cohesive pilot line, ensuring synchronized material flow, system performance, and operational efficiency

• Partner closely with equipment suppliers (consortia partners) through design, build, installation, and qualification phases

• Execute equipment testing and validation, including unit, integration, and pilot line qualification activities

• Drive improvements in equipment performance with a focus on reducing energy consumption and consumables/collateral waste, aligned to program productivity and sustainability targets

• Contribute to and help drive development and adoption of industry standards (e.g., SEMI) for equipment interoperability

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including installation, operation, and maintenance procedures

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment, controls, and integration issues using structured problem-solving and data analysis

• Track and communicate project progress, risks, and mitigation plans across stakeholders

• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving RnD environment with a high degree of ambiguity

• Support development, optimization, qualification, and deployment of assembly/test manufacturing processes and associated equipment.

• Drive process capability improvements and manufacturing readiness activities in collaboration with suppliers and pilot-line stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent communication in Japanese and English, and collaboration skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Systems, or related field)

• 7+ years of industry experience in process engineering, equipment development, systems integration, semiconductor manufacturing, or manufacturing automation.

• 5+ years of experience in project management and technical leadership

• Strong experience with CAD tools, data analysis, and Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing process equipment, especially in assembly and test

• Experience with semiconductor process development, process characterization, qualification, troubleshooting, and manufacturing optimization.

• Familiarity with SEMI standards and equipment interoperability requirements

• Experience with semiconductor material handling systems, including FOUPs, trays, EFEMs, load ports, AMHS (stockers, OHV, PGV, AMR), and sorter/handling systems

• Experience with industrial controls, factory automation systems, and equipment integration

• Experience working in pilot line, RnD factory, or multi-tool integration environments

• Familiarity with equipment or process improvements targeting energy efficiency and consumables/material waste reduction

• Strong supplier and stakeholder management experience in a global environment

• Knowledge and experience with equipment automation, control systems, and software systems is helpful.

Job Type:

Intel Contract Employee

Shift:

Shift 1 (Japan)

Primary Location: 

Japan, Tokyo

Additional Locations:

Business group:

Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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