Tool Installation Engineer is responsible for installing and upgrading semiconductor manufacturing automation equipment in a timely manner. This position requires both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment without direct supervision. Must follow designated installation procedures and safety guidelines established for work areas. This position is required to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed and travel up to 100%. Candidates will be considered from the contiguous 48 states in the US if they are open to 100% travel for work.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform equipment modifications and commissioning new tools
   
2. Assist and provide on-the-job training to contractors or customers
3. Follow all safety and protocol guidelines and work with safety coordinators
4. Prepare for paperwork including Pre-Task Plans daily, prior to work
5. Troubleshoot and recover errors
6. Read mechanical and electrical drawings
7. Load/install and analyze software and hardware
8. Conduct running tool performance tests and verify results
9. Configure tools to specific customer demands
10. Communicate project progress and take directions from Project Manager to stay on schedule and provide constructive feedback as warranted
11. Communicate work expectations with co-workers daily and interact with customer regularly

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment without much supervision
• Must possess strong attention to detail
• Require systematic troubleshooting skills, sound judgment, and problem solving skills
• Must be willing to learn and be trained on new and existing technologies
  
• Strong oral and written communication capabilities are essential
  
• Must be able to work under pressure of customer and Project Manager(s) and complete tasks within a tight time frame
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays
• Required to follow and understand work rules and procedures
• Must follow safety guidelines established for client site work areas
• Must be able to exhibit sound logic and troubleshooting skills