Automation and Equipment Integration Engineer
Step into a dynamic environment where innovation happens fast, collaboration is key, and your work has a direct impact on manufacturing performance. In this role, you’ll partner closely with the SmartFab team, Tool Owners, and external vendors to integrate cutting‑edge equipment, deliver robust automation, and ensure stable performance once systems move into production.
What You’ll Do
* Lead equipment integration projects from analysis and configuration to testing and onboarding within our automation ecosystem.
* Support and maintain live automation systems, troubleshooting and resolving issues in daily production operations.
* Collaborate cross‑functionally with Tool Owners, Manufacturing IT, and suppliers to diagnose and solve interface challenges.
* Continuously improve our integration methodologies, tools, and documentation to drive efficiency and reliability.
Must Have
* Strong knowledge of semiconductor factory automation and equipment integration.
* 4+ years of hands‑on experience integrating manufacturing equipment.
* Familiarity with communication protocols such as MQTT, RS-232, HSMS, and TCP/IP.
* Ability to work with structured equipment interfaces (states, modules, standardized commands, events).
* Excellent written and spoken English skills.
* Eligibility to work permanently in Belgium.
Preferred (but not required)
* Solid understanding of highly automated semiconductor production processes.
* Knowledge of broader automation architectures such as OPC, station controllers, or message bus systems.
* Experience with Git or other version‑control tools.
* Exposure to unit testing frameworks.
* Familiarity with agile development practices.
* Experience in:
o IoT
o SEMI equipment standards (e.g., SECS/GEM)
o Java development
If this job interests you, please apply and send in your CV!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Manufacturing
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