Semiconductor Equipment Integration Engineer

We are seeking a SECS/GEM Developer with strong expertise in SEMI E30 (SECS/GEM) standards to support integration, communication, and automation of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain SECS/GEM interfaces to enable reliable data exchange between fab equipment and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain SECS/GEM (SEMI E30) communication interfaces for semiconductor tools.

• Interpret and implement SEMI standards including E4, E5, E30, E37, E39, E40, and E87.

• Integrate equipment with MES, SPC, and factory host systems using SECS-I (RS-232) and HSMS (TCP/IP).

• Analyze and process SECS messages (S1 S14) and implement custom message handlers.

• Configure and manage GEM services such as:

  • Equipment status and control

  • Alarm and event reporting

  • Remote command execution

  • Data collection and trace reports

• Perform equipment certification and compliance testing with SEMI standards.

• Troubleshoot communication issues between equipment and host systems.

• Work closely with equipment vendors, automation engineers, and fab IT teams.

• Create and maintain technical documentation for SECS/GEM interfaces.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with SECS/GEM (SEMI E30).

• Deep understanding of SECS-II message structure, data types, and protocols.

• Experience with HSMS and SECS-I communication.

• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages:

  • C/C++, Java, C#, Python

• Experience with SECS/GEM frameworks/tools such as:

  • Camstar SECS, Advantest, PEER Group, FabGuard, or similar.

• Understanding of equipment models like E87 (Carrier Management), E90 (Substrate Tracking), E94 (Control Job).

• Strong debugging and protocol analysis skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with MES systems (Camstar, FactoryWorks, Applied Materials, KLA, ASML).

• Familiarity with PLC integration and industrial protocols.

• Knowledge of Factory Automation (FA) systems.

• Experience in equipment automation projects in semiconductor fabs.