Design Lead

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Eligibility Criteria Diploma / Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics or related technical discipline 3–6 years of experience in Semiconductor FAB / Equipment Engineering / Field Service Hands-on experience in tool installation & start-up activities Good English communication skills (spoken & written) Willingness to work in cleanroom / fab environments and global project sites Key Responsibilities Strong understanding of: Semiconductor equipment modules (any one or more): Lithography / Dry Etch / Thin Film / Diffusion / Metrology / Wet Tool start-up procedures as per OEM guidelines Electromechanical systems and control logic Hands-on experience in: Tool power-up and initialization sequences Hardware functional checks and subsystem verification Handler & wafer transfer system validation Working knowledge of: Sensors, actuators, PLC basics, interlocks Utility systems (Electrical, Gas, Vacuum, CDA, Chilled water) Ability to: Read schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals Execute structured troubleshooting and fault isolation Added Advantage: Experience in Semiconductor wafer FAB environment Exposure to OEM start-up checklists and qualification procedures Understanding of process flow and tool integration in production line Roles & Responsibilities Tool Start-up & Commissioning Execute tool start-up activities based on OEM-defined checklists Perform safe power-up and system initialization of equipment Verify equipment readiness prior to process qualification Functional & Hardware Validation Conduct comprehensive hardware functional checks , including: Motion systems (robotics, stages, handler systems) Sensors, actuators, interlocks and alarms Validate core equipment modules for proper working condition Ensure subsystem integration and communication readiness Confirm utility stability and system response Identify and resolve start-up related issues and faults Perform root cause analysis for hardware or interface issues Coordinate with OEM / senior engineers for complex failures Subsystem Verification Check and validate: Wafer handling systems (robot, aligner, load port, EFEM) Process chambers / modules readiness Gas flow, vacuum, temperature, and pressure systems Confirm utility stability and system response Documentation & Compliance Complete OEM checklists, reports, and start-up documentation Maintain accurate logs of issues, fixes, and observations Adhere strictly to: EHS and cleanroom protocols Customer site procedures and quality standards Skill Requirements Other Requirements Apply now Information at a Glance Why HCLTech? 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