Principal Equipment Engineer - Cleans
GlobalFoundries
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Essex, VT · Posted October 27, 2026
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About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
This Equipment Engineering position is a 5/2 schedule (Monday - Friday daytime) supporting Cleans equipment on site at Fab 9 in Essex, VT in a cleanroom environment. Occasional nights and weekend support may be required, as needed. The Fab 9 Cleans module is seeking a motivated Principal Equipment Engineer to become part of our 200mm Fabricator team in Essex Junction, VT. The candidate will be responsible for ownership of Cleans manufacturing equipment, supporting maintenance and driving tool availability and cost improvements. Individual hired needs to be comfortable wearing any/all required personal protective equipment and working with wet chemicals. This role will be fully onsite.
Essential Responsibilities:
Own and maintain Cleans equipment: Expectation to spend majority of time on the cleanroom floor troubleshooting equipment downs and assisting maintenance with more challenging recoveries
Mentor other equipment engineers
Be a technical leader in the area: Be open-minded and innovative
Maintain a consistent, positive attitude
Help expand maintenance team skills and document procedures
Drive tool installs / relocations as needed
Assist with tool sourcing / fleet upgrades as needed
Lead structured problem solving to identify root cause equipment failures and drive tool availability improvements
Provide Tool Status and coordinate planned maintenance as needed for capacity
Interface with other fab modules and other groups as needed
Work with the third-party vendors / suppliers to enable continued tool support
Work with part planners to maintain and add spare parts for tools as needed
Maintain inventory for critical parts to ensure sufficient quantities on hand
Setup repair paths as needed to ensure continued part support and reduce support costs
Create requisitions for parts and service
Lead and support cost savings activities
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs
Oher duties as assigned by manager / supervisor
Required Qualifications:
Experience / Education: BS + 4-5 years of experience OR MS + 2-4 years relevant experience OR PhD + 1-2 years relevant experience
Fluent in English language - both written and verbal
Up to 10% travel may be required
Physical Requirements - Ability to wear any / all personal protective equipment as required upon entry into the Fab, including cleanroom suit, standing long periods of time
Prior experience working in a semiconductor cleanroom environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of semiconductor/silicon processing
Hands-on experience working with electrical and mechanical components
Ability to read electrical schematics
Ability to effectively lead tool troubleshooting
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partner
Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity
Expected Salary Range $85,000.00 - $146,000.00
The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
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