CIM Equipment / Factory Automation

Job Summary:

The CIM Equipment Automation Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting automation systems for semiconductor manufacturing operations. This role involves implementing robust CIM solutions, integrating equipment via SECS/GEM protocols, maintaining operational reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality teams.

Key Responsibilities:

CIM System Design & Development

• Develop and maintain automation systems, including Transport Systems, Recipe Management, Remote Control Systems, Live Equipment Monitoring, and Fault Detection & Classification.
• Collaborate with fab teams, operations users, and partners to implement robust CIM solutions through quality coding and testing.
• Integrate semiconductor equipment with customized protocols (SECS/GEM) through communication hosts.
• Parse equipment data to extract relevant process and operational information supporting backend engineering systems.

Operational Support & Maintenance

• Monitor and maintain hardware and software systems to ensure high uptime and reliability of CIM-related tools.
• Manage database transactions and Oracle packages for data management and performance tuning.
• Track equipment performance, ensuring availability of data transfer and compliance with operational requirements.
• Conduct regular maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting of automation programs.
• Respond to adhoc requests and production-critical issues, ensuring timely resolution of hardware or software problems.
• Participate in shift pass-down meetings and provide detailed reports or feedback on CIM issues.
• Be available for on-call support to maintain 24x7 operational readiness.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation enhancements.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) projects and perform quality checks.

Qualifications:

• BE in Mechanical (Automation/Robotics), Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 2–10 years of experience in automation, CIM systems, or semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• Experience in semiconductor foundry or familiarity with DevOps tools is a plus.

Technical Skills & Attributes:

• Strong programming skills in C, C#, C++, Java, and SQL with at least 2 years of development experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, debugging, and diagnosing hardware/software CIM issues.
• Keen interest and adaptability to work in cleanroom semiconductor environments.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn SEMI standards and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Practical problem-solving skills during production-critical situations, remaining composed under pressure.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively with Manufacturing, Quality, and IT teams.
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and systems relevant to CIM implementation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and time effectively in a dynamic environment.