Equipment Engineering Technician II

Photronics Inc.

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Photronics Inc. is looking for an Equipment Maintenance Technician (Sr. Technology Technician) who takes pride in a finished product, done right the first time, has the desire to learn, and strives for success in a fast-paced environment. If you are looking to join an engaging, rewarding, collaborative, and friendly working environment in a highly technical operating setting, we want to hear from you!

The Senior Equipment Engineering Technician provides advanced technical support for manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment. This role independently handles complex assignments requiring judgement, initiative, and problem-solving, including difficult or less common equipment issues that may fall outside routine procedures. The Senior Technician provides technical guidance across multiple toolsets, supports technicians in resolving challenging issues, and applies strong knowledge and experience to address critical equipment problems and sustain manufacturing operations.

This assignment is a full-time position, with a schedule of Sunday - Wednesday 7:00am - 5:30pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead assigned projects, processes, or key workstreams related to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability, or process support.
• Independently diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues requiring judgement, initiative, and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Determine appropriate methods and approaches for assigned work and recommend practical solutions to equipment-related issues.
• Conduct root-case analysis of equipment failures and recommend improvements to prevent recurring problems.
• Serve as a technical resource to less experienced employees by sharing knowledge, troubleshooting methods, and best practices.
• Provide day-to-day work guidance and mentorship to technicians during complex repairs and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve equipment-related issues affecting production, quality, and throughput.
• Support equipment installations, modifications, and recovery efforts as needed.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and uptime.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of complex issues, corrective actions, solutions, and equipment performance observations.
• Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.