Principal Equipment Engineer

Optical Networks DivisionJoin Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we've united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.Your ResponsibilitiesTool ownership and improvement related to tool uptime (MTBF/MTTR) and quality. Will partner with other equipment/process engineers and operations staff to maintain uptime at key functional areas and identifying human-machine interface issues and providing solutionsExpected to identify significant contributors to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, RF or hydraulic system stability, and provide solutions which improve uptime or performance of Photolithography/Metrology tool sets. Experience Photolithography process tools is a mustExpected to create written operational procedures and mentor/train operators, chemical technicians and maintenance techniciansResponsibilities include tool installs partnership with facilities/vendors, preventive maintenance, and repair of wafer fabrication equipment, including plasma etchers, metal deposition toolsCreate troubleshooting guides specifically for repeated root cause diseasesRoutine review all equipment check-sheets to assure accuracy to meet ISO TL9K & 14001 audit requirementsResponsible for sustaining and improving tool uptime in a 24x7 manufacturing/development facility. Occasionally required to work on off-shifts and on weekends for tool installs, sustaining, troubleshooting and trainingHelp to establish min/max parts estimates and adjusts inventory requirements based on manufacturing demandDesired skills include understanding of statistical process control, Microsoft Office, and the ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, etc.Implements desirable modifications in procedures, methods and processes within the area or responsibility. Estimates requirements and take action accordinglyMust be fully involved with equipment installs, qualification-base line and deinstallation as neededWrite Preventive maintenance procedures and OCAP as neededPublishes weekly progress reportsPerforms job functions at high level with practically no supervisionStrong hands on experience with ASML Steppers and Tel ACT8 Coat/develop and std SemiconductorFamiliarity with safety procedures and working with hazardous materials is required (LOTO, high voltage, acids, solvents, PPE, MSDS, etc. History of overnight coverage as needed preferred)Publish Daily Power Point Equipment Updates during the daily manufacturing meetings as neededSome familiarity in other process areas helpfulMust be safety oriented, follow all safety guidelines and all cleanroom proceduresYour Skills And ExperienceMinimum BS Degree or equivalent working experience. MS or BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or a related field with a hands-on focus upon equipment a plusExperience: Minimum of 15 Years in manufacturing environment and hands on experience as an equipment engineerArea of expertise must include: vacuum systems, RF, mechanical design, electrical troubleshooting, data collection and manipulation, visual basic programming or equivalentMust be able to lift 50lbs.Strong hands-on experience with ASML TEl systems a plusJustifying upgrades inside areas/chambers that come in contact with the waferMore InformationCorporate Retirement Savings PlanHealth and dental benefitsShort-term disability, and long-term disabilityLife insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base payOptional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Paid time off for holidays and VacationEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition Assistance PlanAdoption assistanceEmployee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource ProgramThe above benefits exclude students. 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Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.Job InfoJob Category Applied R&DPosting Date 07/17/2026Degree Level Bachelor's degreeJob Schedule Full timeJob Type ExperiencedJob Identification 38615Role Type Individual contributorSalary Range $ -$ Experience level ExperiencedLocations 6373 San Ignacio Avenue, San Jose, California, , US 1322 Bordeaux Drive, Sunnyvale, California, , US (Onsite)Regular or Temporary Regular