Electrical Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment)
Job Description
HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Electrical Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment) to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.
Job Title: Electrical Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment)
Job ID: 55563
Position Type: Full-time with HCLTech
Location: Gloucester, MA (Onsite)
Role/Responsibilities
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support design, engineering change control, and build activities for complex semiconductor capital equipment. The role demands hands-on ownership of cable harness design, schematic development, documentation, and cross-functional coordination through formal change processes (ECO/ECN/VPR/QN).
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Documentation
- Develop and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable harness designs using Pro/ENGINEER (Pro‑E/Creo).
- Create and maintain BOMs, part lists, and drawing packages; ensure drawing readability and GD&T awareness for electrical interfaces.
- Review, interpret, and redline engineering drawings;
- Change Control & Configuration Management
- Initiate and process ECO (Engineering Change Orders), ECN (Engineering Change Notices), VPR (Vendor Part Requests/Reviews), and QN (Quality Notifications) within Agile PLM and Windchill.
- Manufacturing & Onsite Support
- Provide onsite build support for semiconductor equipment—troubleshoot wiring issues, connector pinouts, interlocks, and power distribution.
- Collaborate with assembly teams to resolve design-for-manufacture (DFM) and design-for-service (DFS) concerns.
- Quality & Problem Solving
- Lead root cause analysis using structured problem-solving (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys) and implement robust corrective/preventive actions.
- Address QNs, drive closure with measurable effectiveness; improve harness reliability and EMI/EMC performance where applicable.
Required Skills & Tools
- Electrical Design: Cable harnessing, wire routing, connector selection, grounding, shielding, safety interlocks.
- Schematics & CAD: Pro‑E/Creo for schematics and harness drawings; familiarity with ECAD–MCAD collaboration.
- PLM & PDM: Agile PLM and Windchill for change control, releases, and configuration management.
- Change Processes: Hands-on with ECO, ECN, VPR, QN workflows.
- Documentation: Strong drawing reading, redlining, revision control, and release practices.
- Problem Solving: Proven track record of resolving build issues quickly and permanently;
- Communication: Clear, concise communication with shopfloor teams and engineering stakeholders.
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with semiconductor equipment (vacuum systems, gas boxes, RF/power distribution, motion control).
- Exposure to EMC/EMI, safety standards (e.g., UL/CE), and industrial connectors
- Knowledge of DFM/DFS, Lean manufacturing, and design validation processes.
- Vendor interaction for harness manufacturing and first article inspection (FAI).
Behavioral Competencies:
- Ownership & accountability for deliverables and release quality.
- Attention to detail with strong configuration discipline.
- Onsite agility—hands-on, collaborative, and proactive.
- Structured problem solving and continuous improvement mindset.
Experience: 6+ years
Education: B.E. in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range Minimum: $40.00 per hour
Pay Range Maximum: $45.00 per hour
HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.
Compensation and Benefits
A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.
How You’ll Grow
At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.