Equipment Engineer -Diffusion, 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

Join Hitachi, Ltd. as an Equipment Engineer and play a key role in optimizing and maintaining manufacturing equipment to ensure high performance, reliability, and efficiency. You will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to continuous improvement and supporting innovative manufacturing processes.

As a Diffusion Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the availability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of semiconductor high temperature production systems. This role focuses on the Corrective and Preventive maintenance and optimization of Diffusion & Cleaning equipment while working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, productivity, and system reliability.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and implement modifications and upgrades to existing manufacturing equipment to improve efficiency, yield, and safety
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex manufacturing machinery and systems
• Analyse equipment performance data to identify trends, predict failures, and implement preventive measures
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and quality teams to resolve equipment-related issues and optimize processes
• Create and maintain documentation for equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and technical specifications
• Train technicians and operators on new equipment and updated procedures
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely procurement of required components and ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations
• Support the selection, installation, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or electrical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in equipment engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the Semiconductor field is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Solid understanding of electronics, mechanics, and pneumatics; experience with Diffusion Semiconductor systems is a plus (e.g., ASM, Centrotherm furnaces)
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex machinery and identify root causes of failures
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• English is mandatory, German is beneficial