Magic Leap
Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing
SeniorEquipmentEngineeringTechnician-DryEtch
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“Senior Equipment Engineering Technician - Dry Etch at Magic Leap. Skills: plasma etch systems maintenance and optimization, complex failure resolution, tool uptime maximization, troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic subsystems, PLC systems diagnostics. Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on plasma etch systems. Diagnose and resolve issues across vacuum systems, RF power delivery, gas flow systems, and plasma processes”
Industry & Context.
resolve complex failures; Diagnose and resolve issues; Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic subsystems; Analyze equipment performance data to identify root cause and recurring failure modes
cleanroom environment, high-volume manufacturing, compliance with cleanroom and safety protocols
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of hands-on experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing equipment, Direct experience with plasma etch systems (Plasma-Therm, Lam, Applied Materials, or similar), understanding of vacuum systems, RF / plasma systems, gas delivery, and process tool integration, Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic domains, Experience with PLC systems, sensors, alarms, and system-level diagnostics, Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-urgency manufacturing environment, Familiarity with cleanroom operations and protocols, Experience documenting maintenance and work orders in systems such as CMMS or equivalent
Nice to Have
preference for etch tools, Experience specifically with Plasma-Therm etch tools, Prior support of high-volume semiconductor or advanced manufacturing environments, Experience with RF matching networks, mass flow controllers (MFCs), and vacuum pumps (turbo/roughing), Exposure to process troubleshooting alongside engineering teams
What You'll Do.
Perform advanced troubleshooting
and maintenance on plasma etch systems
Diagnose and resolve issues across vacuum systems
Troubleshoot electrical
and pneumatic subsystems
and PLC-controlled systems
Support tool recovery and uptime efforts
minimizing downtime in a high-volume manufacturing environment
Execute and continuously improve preventive and corrective maintenance procedures
Partner with Process and Equipment Engineers on tool optimization
and process stability improvements
Analyze equipment performance data to identify root cause and recurring failure modes
Support vendor interactions and escalations
including remote diagnostics and onsite service coordination
Train and mentor junior
develop SOPs and technical documentation
Ensure compliance with cleanroom and safety protocols
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with Equipment Engineering, Process Engineering, and Operations teams; Partner with Process and Equipment Engineers on tool optimization, experiments, and process stability improvements; Support vendor interactions and escalations
Full Job Description
A new paradigm of computing Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem. We know that successful change and progress accelerates diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible. The opportunity As a Senior Equipment Engineering Technician (Etch) within our Manufacturing Engineering team, you will play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing plasma etch systems that are essential to our waveguide manufacturing process. This is a highly hands-on role focused on maximizing tool uptime, resolving complex failures, and driving performance improvements in a cleanroom environment. You will partner closely with Equipment Engineering, Process Engineering, and Operations teams to support high-volume manufacturing and ensure stable, repeatable tool performance. What you’ll do Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on plasma etch systems (Plasma-Therm or similar dry etch tools) Diagnose and resolve issues across vacuum systems, RF power delive
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