Job Overview
Job description
- Location:
- Aarau, Switzerland
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
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
Requirements
- 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 a must
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
- Solid understanding of electronics, mechanics, and pneumatics; experience with Diffusion Semiconductor systems (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
More about us
- Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
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- Current employees apply here
About the Company
More About Us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully
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Current employees apply here
Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
- Role:
- Equipment Engineer -Diffusion, 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
- Job Type:
- Mid Level | Science and Engineering
Company profile
Hitachi Energy
hitachienergy.comHitachi Energy works on the global energy system, aiming to make electricity more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable and more accessible to all. Its technologies support the expansion and transition of power systems and grids, including HVDC transmission. The company is part of Hitachi Ltd. and traces its heritage to the engineering companies ASEA and Brown Boveri, through its predecessor company ABB. Hitachi Energy is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Founded
- 2018
- Funding Stage
- Subsidiary
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