ACARA Jobs
Photolithography Engineer
Apply- ID: 557914
- Posted: 3/5/2026
- Location: Gresham, OR
- Category: Pro - Engineering
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placement
Description
Acara Solutions is looking for a Photolithography Engineer for one of our clients in the Semi-Conductor Industry in Gresham, OR.
- $101,000–$172,000 + bonus
- Full relocation
- Generous and comprehensive benefits package
- Unlimited PTO
- Direct placement and fully onsite
As an Equipment Maintenance Engineer at Client's premier 200mm manufacturing facility, You will work in a dynamic team environment, maintaining a fleet of semiconductor manufacturing equipment within the Photo Lithography process area. The candidate will work primarily as the tool owner for the TEL Act8 and DNS 200W Tracks and serve as the backup engineer supporting ASML PAS5500 scanners and Nikon i14 Steppers. You will have the opportunity to lead and participate in a variety of high-profile projects, including tooling conversions, new tool installs, and equipment upgrade projects. Project execution and performance will directly impact the company's strategic plan to optimize capacity and factory performance.
Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain current records on equipment manufacturers' technical notices, upgrades, and safety issues.
- Study equipment performance and reliability, and execute projects to increase the overall stability of the performance of the tools.
- Establish programs and solutions for increasing tool uptime/reliability and improving product quality.
- Provide hands-on technical and maintenance support when necessary.
- Define and write preventative maintenance schedules, best-known methods, and other maintenance procedures.
- Drive, maintain, and support continual improvement projects, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness teams, part sourcing, and in-house repair.
- May provide leadership by mentoring and training maintenance technicians.
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Robotics Engineering
- 7+ years of experience with the following toolsets:
- TEL Act8 Tracks
- DNS 200W Tracks
- DNS 80 (A/B/EX) Scrubbers
- ASML PAS5500 (400/700/1150) Scanners
- Nikon i14 Steppers
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
- Practical knowledge of electronic and mechanical systems and controls
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Semiconductor experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the Photo Lithography area, including general process theory and equipment mechanics.
- Project Management experience.
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and manufacturing principles
- Experience in training and leading maintenance technicians.
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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.