Equipment Vendor Management Engineer

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Position Summary As a member of the Innovation Equipment team, this person will be responsible for managing equipment performance and factory metrics in collaboration with Fab Engineering teams and equipment vendors. The role requires strong knowledge of semiconductor equipment operation and maintenance in order to analyze equipment data, develop solutions, and ensure actions are implemented. The role also requires strong communication skills to lead cross‑functional teams internally and with equipment vendors and OEMs. Role and Responsibilities Manage OEM vendor performance and provide feedback for support, parts, process improvements, and elevate critical business needs in a timely manner. Create and maintain a report card system to track key supplier performance metrics and drive improvement plans. Manage fab‑wide equipment engineering improvement projects across cross‑functional teams and business units. Work with fab engineering teams to analyze equipment gap‑to‑goal and drive initiatives to meet performance metrics. Prepare staff and executive level presentations, proposals and status reports to drive continuous improvement. Communicate, interact and elevate with OEM executive leadership for continuous improvement, supply‑chain issues and technical support. Apply expert understanding of semiconductor equipment and shift focus of individual goals when priorities change. Work with multiple engineering teams to reduce inefficiencies using data analysis and lean methodology. Collaborate with equipment analytics and solutions team to interpret data and develop and implement novel solutions. Skills and Qualifications B.S. in mechanical, chemical or electrical engineering preferred. Other engineering or manufacturing degrees accepted. Minimum of 8+ years experience in the semiconductor industry with prior vendor management experience. Knowledge of theory of operations and equipment maintenance preferred. PMP or Project Management Certification is a plus. Experience working with OEM vendors (e.g., TEL, LAM, AMAT, ASML) to drive continuous improvement and provide constructive feedback. Project management experience with a background in lean methodology. Ability to manage multiple parallel projects in a dynamic environment with conflicting priorities and changing scope. Customer focus – dedicated to finding and delivering value to internal and external customers. Teamwork – fosters cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables. Breakthrough thinking – develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to workplace challenges. Data analysis and visualization skills in TIBCO Spotfire or similar software. Programming experience in Python, SQL, HTML is a plus; full‑stack development and cloud computing experience is a plus. Compensation and Benefits The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 and $179,090. Total compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid maternity and paternity leave, paid time off, wellness incentives, and eligible MBO bonuses. EEO Statement Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Samsung Electronics Perú