Equipment Engineer Full Time

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission ‘To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, qualification, and maintenance of analytical and failure analysis (FA) equipment supporting Semiconductor Fab operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure high equipment uptime and reliability.
• Work closely with process, R&D, and quality teams to resolve tool-related issues impacting yield and performance.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers/vendors for maintenance, upgrades, and spare parts management.
• Monitor tool performance, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement (CIT) initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency.
• Maintain documentation, logs, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Train technicians and engineers on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and best practices.
• Support lab operations and contribute to overall equipment strategy and optimization.
• Travel may be required.

Essential Attributes

• Ability to manage equipment and maintenance projects in a semiconductor environment
• Self-motivated with strong ownership and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work across cross-functional and global teams
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Innovative mindset with focus on continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding of semiconductor equipment and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of vacuum systems, automation, or PLC systems is an added advantage
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes is preferred
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and meet timelines.

Desired Experience Level

• 2–5+ years of experience in semiconductor industry or analytical lab environment
• Hands-on experience in equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Experience working with analytical/FA tools is a plus
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to handle equipment-related challenges