AMHS Hardware Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact An Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems that transport materials throughout a semiconductor manufacturing facility. The role ensures reliable, safe, and efficient movement of wafers, FOUPs (Front Opening Unified Pods), and materials between tools and stockers. Your day-to-day work will focus on creating robust solutions for automated systems, ensuring smooth factory operations and seamless integration across various manufacturing technologies. Business group Intel Foundry Services (IFS) is at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the growing demands of our customers. As part of the IFS team, you will work in a dynamic environment focused on delivering world-class manufacturing excellence. This group plays a critical role in advancing Intel's broader mission to lead in the semiconductor industry and drive global technological innovation. Key Responsibilities - Monitor AMHS hardware performance and reliability. - Improve AMHS availability, throughput, and efficiency. - Provide engineering support to technicians and manufacturing teams and Serve as the hardware subject matter expert (SME). - Apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve automation system problems and optimize performance. - Collaborate with technicians and cross-functional teams to implement predictive, prescriptive, and preventative maintenance programs for manufacturing equipment. - Utilize data analytics to identify and address issues in manufacturing systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives. - Work with vendors to troubleshoot existing and new equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and manufacturing readiness standards. - Lead project management efforts for system upgrades, equipment installations, and factory ramp activities, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and post-implementation reviews. - Monitor system performance metrics and create improvement roadmaps to enhance equipment availability, quality, and productivity. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electro-Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. - A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in an engineering role focused on manufacturing systems. - Strong data analytics capability and statistical process analysis skills. - Familiarity with automation systems and related troubleshooting processes. - Ability to adhere to procedures and change control processes with precision and reliability. Preferred Qualifications - Mechanical and Electrical Engineering fundamentals - PLC and control systems knowledge - Failure analysis and problem-solving - Data analysis and reliability engineering - Project management - Semiconductor manufacturing knowledge - Communication and stakeholder management - Advanced technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Experience developing and implementing maintenance programs for automated systems. - Proven ability to investigate equipment failures and apply corrective and preventative actions. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment. - Background in developing and managing continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing equipment. - Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to support global manufacturing facilities. We are seeking dynamic and passionate professionals ready to make an impact within a fast-paced and innovative environment. If you are eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology development and support world