Lab Manager Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 26082)

Description

Under the direction of the Director of the Cleanroom Research Laboratory, the Engineering Technician will order chemicals and consumables, perform equipment preventative maintenance & repairs on various electro-mechanical equipment, and on-board new cleanroom user requests. The Engineering Technician will work with other Cleanroom staff to support the daily operation and maintenance of the laboratory. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining, supporting, and troubleshooting various support equipment such as chemical hoods, etchers, spinners, hotplates, contact printers, and various metrology equipment. The candidate will also install, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot as needed, various critical utilities such as UPS, supply of CDA, DI water,
nitrogen, and chemical waste neutralization tank.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in a related field. A minimum of two years experience with lab equipment and related facilities.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of semiconductor equipment.

Preferred skills

• Practical knowledge and application of electronics, mechanics, vacuum theory, math, and computers.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and ability to learn the operational concepts of systems and how to perform diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques to solve more complex operational and system problems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, pneumatic diagrams, flow charts, and cause and effect diagrams.
• Must be detail-oriented, have effective communication skills, self-motivated, self-starter, and ability to work independently and with the team.
• Must be detail-oriented, a problem solver as well as a decision maker.
• Proficient with Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Order chemicals, consumables, and parts for the Cleanroom.
• Maintain various supporting equipment such as optical microscopes, benchtop sputter system, chemical hoods (solvent, base, and acid), various etchers (RIE/asher), lithography (spinner-rinse drier, mask washer, hot plates/ovens, chemical etch/develop systems, mask aligners, vacuum pumps, and chillers).
• Perform basic electro-mechanical repairs as needed.
• Responsible for onboarding of new users. Teach Cleanroom Orientation/Safety class. Interface with UTD Safety group.
• Connect, monitor, maintain, and report issues with utilities such as the supply of CDA, nitrogen, DI water, and exhaust as needed, and maintain stock of Cleanroom laundry.
• Monitor Ph levels on the Cleanroom Neutralization System and contact reps/vendors if assistance is needed.
• Periodically move equipment, and tables as needed.
• Assist in the start-up of new tools and other activities as needed to sustain the operation of Cleanroom safety policies.
• Be an eye-of-Cleanroom to ensure users follow all Cleanroom safety policies.
• Adhere to, support, interface with, and implement policies set forth by the University safety and compliance team.

Additional Information

A remote work schedule is not available for this position.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Dental/Vision/AD&D
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits
• Remote Work Options – approved by department

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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