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Design | Semiconductor manufacturing equipment

Design |
Semiconductor manufacturing equipment

I’m engaged in work related to all aspects of semiconductor manufacturing equipment development.
H.O Joined in 2020
  • #New graduates joining
  • #Technical jobs
My job description
After joining the company, I worked in the manufacturing department, creating documents such as specifications. I was then assigned to my current department. Since I had expressed a desire to work in development from the beginning, this transfer was decided upon. I am currently in charge of the mechanical design and development of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. My work encompasses a wide range of tasks, including designing equipment components using CAD, processing wafers, which are the raw materials for semiconductors, and checking the operation of auxiliary equipment such as pumps and cooling devices. My CAD knowledge was limited to what I learned in school, so I started with simple designs and learned step by step. The company assigns work while monitoring my progress, so I was able to steadily learn the job. My work is primarily teamwork. At first, I asked a lot of questions to my seniors and superiors, but recently I've become able to solve problems on my own.
Job satisfaction
Developing semiconductor manufacturing equipment requires knowledge of not only machine design, but also a wide range of topics, including etching (a wafer processing method), film deposition, plasma, and gases. It's very rewarding when you gain more knowledge and are able to do things you couldn't do yesterday. However, there's still so much I need to learn, so every day is a continuous learning experience. I always make new discoveries, like, "So this gas reacts like this!" The more knowledge I gain, the more interesting my work becomes, so my intellectual curiosity never ends. I always keep in mind the words of the president at the time when I work: "You can use current equipment as a reference, but don't assume that it's the right answer." I always keep these words in mind as I work on developing new products that defy conventional wisdom.
Difficulty of the job
Absorbing more semiconductor knowledge and developing next-generation machines is both rewarding and challenging. The important thing is to work hard on the task at hand every day. And to not narrow your perspective. Even if you think you're right, there are many times when you're wrong. That's why I make a conscious effort to actively listen to the opinions of my seniors and superiors as I develop things. The company encourages this, and there are plenty of opportunities to learn, such as when the president brings young members together to hold discussions. Thanks to meetings and conferences where opinions can be freely exchanged, regardless of length of service or position, problems are often resolved quickly. Rather than watching from afar, the top management takes the lead in nurturing young members. This environment leads to the rapid growth of our members.

Daily work flow

  • 8:30
    Go to the office
    Check email.
  • 9:00
    Meeting
    Regular meeting for the equipment I am in charge of developing.
  • 11:00
    Review of the meeting
    Tasks updated based on the content of the meeting.
  • 12:00
    Lunch break
    I bring my own lunch and eat it at my seat.
  • 13:00
    Evaluation
    The developed equipment is evaluated in a clean room.
  • 15:00
    Design and drawing check
    Consider the selection of parts and the internal design of the device.
  • 18:00
    Leave work
    Overtime may be required depending on work progress.
  • 19:00
    Returning Home
    I cook dinner and spend time with my family. I also prepare lunch boxes for tomorrow.
The good points of the company
Regardless of length of employment or age, employees get along well with each other and have great teamwork. There's no tense atmosphere where you're forced to work overtime until late. The group leader will often say, "Sorry, I'm going home first," and leave first. I can hardly remember being scolded since joining the company. Even if I make a mistake, I'm gently told, "You need to check this carefully, otherwise it's going to be bad," so it feels more like I'm being trained than scolded. This isn't because I'm a woman; it's something that applies to all members and departments. I felt before joining that this was a company with a lot of nice people, but working on-site made me realize even more the good interpersonal relationships and comfortable atmosphere.
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