Manufacturing Test Technician (MDP MF)

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Manufacturing Test Technician in Singapore. The technician works hands-on in a cleanroom environment to build, repair and test multimillion-dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment, including electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components.

Key responsibilities

• Use work orders (schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists and instructions) to build, repair and test equipment of various kinds.
• Work under moderate supervision to perform electro-mechanical assembly, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Receive parts, audit them for availability, inspect them for defects and use the results to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Test assemblies and subassemblies with test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and vacuum pumps.
• Complete job documentation (data entry) on progress, work expense and labour details, and perform computer programming, repairs or software installs when needed.

Required profile

• High school diploma.
• 1-2 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, written and verbal.
• Preferred: Associate's degree or technical education, certifications or training.
• Preferred: willingness to expand skills within an analytical or scientific method, solid analytical skills and problem-solving ability.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of hand tools.
• Ability to follow written and verbal standard operating procedures.

The position is physically demanding: long periods standing, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, lifting, climbing stairs and ladders, using hand and power tools, and potentially operating forklifts. Cleanroom work may require personal protective equipment such as coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons and face shields. The role is full-time, with no travel and no relocation eligibility.