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PVD Equipment Engineer

Texas Instruments' new semiconductor fab (SMFAB) in Sherman, TX is a state-of-the-art 300mm facility that recently started production. As a PVD Equipment Engineer, you won't just maintain toolsyou'll own them. From day one, you'll drive performance, build reliability from the ground up, and play a key role in shaping how this factory operates as it ramps to full scale. This is a rare chance to influence systems, define best practices, and work with the latest technology in a highly collaborative, team-driven environment.

What you'll do:

1. Lead the selection and deployment of equipment aligned to cost, performance, and manufacturing goals
2. Own the full lifecycle of your toolsfrom installation to upgrades to long-term optimization
3. Turn OEM updates, technical insights, and safety guidance into real-world action
4. Dive into performance data to spot trends, solve problems, and prevent future issues
5. Build and execute strategies that maximize uptime and keep production running strong
6. Partner closely with repair and process engineering teams to solve complex challenges
7. Design and implement preventive maintenance programs that keep downtime to a minimum

If you're excited by the idea of building something from the ground up, solving real problems at scale, and making a visible impactthis is your moment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree Electrical Engineering, Electrical Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics or related engineering degree
• 5 years of relevant experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing environment as an Equipment Engineer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Equipment experience with AMAT Endura PVD and/or AMAT Endura TxZ chambers
• Prior experience with PVD, CVD, high vacuum and/or ultra high vacuum
• Equipment experience on other equipment (e.g., AMAT, LAM, TEL, Novellus, and/or ASM)
• Experience on tool monitoring and interdiction software (AMAT FD), and equipment maintenance and documentation
• Working knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, and SPC techniques. Experienced with semiconductor cleanroom protocol and behaviors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationship

About Us

Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.

We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours.

Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us.

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.