Etch Equipment Engineer
NXP SemiconductorsRole Overview
NXP Semiconductors is hiring a mid-level Etch Equipment Engineer. This is a full-time role in Austin (Ed Bluestein, Office). Part of NXP Semiconductors's Frontend hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Frontend roles is $140k-$200k (based on 162 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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Job description
NXP’s Front End Operations plays an essential role in the company’s success by ensuring manufacturing excellence and delivery of high quality, scalable, and cost-competitive semiconductor devices to create a winning advantage for our Customers.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Engineering owner of 200mm AMAT MXP/MXP+/SUPERE/DPS/DPSII and/or TEL DRM/SCCM etch wafer fabrication equipment.
- Drive equipment performance to maximize capacity and yield performance.
- Reduce cost of equipment ownership.
- Write and maintain equipment specifications.
- Define preventative maintenance plans and intervals.
- Monitor and react to statistical process control trends.
- Work with vendors to develop and perform equipment upgrades.
- Participate in and/or lead cross-functional lean activities.
- Work with maintenance technicians to develop maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
Job Qualifications:
- Position requires BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering preferred)
- Industry experience with 200mm AMAT MXP/MXP+/SUPERE/DPS/DPSII and/or TEL DRM/SCCM equipment in a commercial Fab
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing a plus
- Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact with multiple disciplines in a 7x24 manufacturing facility
- Good problem solving skills
- Self-motivated; able to take initiative
More information about NXP in the United States...
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
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How do I apply for the Etch Equipment Engineer position at NXP Semiconductors?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to NXP Semiconductors. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Etch Equipment Engineer position at NXP Semiconductors located?
This position is based in Austin (Ed Bluestein, Office). NXP Semiconductors has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Etch Equipment Engineer at NXP Semiconductors earn?
NXP Semiconductors has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Etch Equipment Engineer role at NXP Semiconductors posted?
This role was posted on July 21, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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