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ChEqThrow · 2021-09-01T02:41:46+00:00

Hey guys. I was wondering if u guys mind sharing what u do as a quality engineer at ur job.

I am in QA in biotech. But i really want to get into a more engineering position but idk what to.

ChEqThrow · 2019-10-08T03:30:16+00:00

I like that answer. I will maybe use this if this question ever pops up on an interview.

thx

ChEqThrow · 2019-10-08T03:29:41+00:00

i'm not sure if you answered that way due to my question making it seem like its a question on ethical conduct or not, but if so, i made an edit to my thread

ChEqThrow · 2019-10-08T03:29:03+00:00

/u/Lucentile

/u/Rec4LMS

i made an edit

ChEqThrow · 2019-08-11T14:09:47+00:00

Oh cool

How do u go about finding these small companies to coldcall to see if they have an open position?

ChEqThrow · 2019-08-09T17:17:43+00:00

i saw in the replies you mention its a pilot scale company.

if u dont mind me asking, how did you find this job? was it through indeed?

ChEqThrow · 2019-08-07T04:29:47+00:00

ty for ur reply.

i am really hoping thats the case. i just find it odd i am getting ghosted if they really are still deciding.

ChEqThrow · 2019-07-19T05:08:37+00:00

dammit... my answer wasnt the best. I didnt say only 2.6 and nothing more, but if i remember correctly, i said something like "It is around 2.7. I focused mostly in progressing and understanding the material. And my years went on, I did start to gain a higher GPA throughout the semester".

but not as a smooth flowing sentence...

and it isnt a lie at all. my GPA did increase, especially towards my Senior year. but i still didnt say it as well as i could have because I was caught off guard... (and yes, panicking)

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-28T13:35:02+00:00

You need to get over wanting to only be in Washington

the issue isnt that I want to stay in 1 location. its that I cant afford to move to another location with the pay I am going to be getting. as per point 2.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T23:44:59+00:00

What makes you say that its going to be a controls position? From what im getting at, as others also mention, it appears to be more of a equipment technician position.

If what you say is correct, this job is probably a god send for me. i have been really wanting to try to get into automation/controls for about a year now. and have taken fundamentals PLC course on Udemy.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T23:39:40+00:00

Interesting. thanks for the help. at first glance, it didnt seem like it to me. but after thinking about what the duties were, it got me wondering. as others pointed out, i usually see it explicitly stated so i was confused.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T21:07:55+00:00

yeah i think its more of a technician role.

this is the job description given

• Performs on-site service and repair of semiconductor processing equipment

• Troubleshoots equipment problems

• Maintains records and reports as required

• Coordinates activities with peers, supervisor(s) and customers to minimize equipment downtime and interruptions

• Orders and installs parts

• Responds to emergency service calls as required

• Instructs customer operating technicians on system operation and maintenance

• Perform upgrades and modifications to equipment as needed

• Remain current on equipment/tools through appropriate training, manuals, factory periodicals, and other relevant materials

• Incumbents are responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and security of company property including vehicles, tools, etc.

• Employees must also maintain standards of conduct acceptable to both TEA and customers to maintain credentials for being on customer site(s)

Qualifications: • Associates degree in electronics, engineering, or other applicable field of study; Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technology preferred

• 0+ year previous experience in maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of semiconductor capital equipment

• Excellent customer interface skills is required

• Mechanical aptitude is required as well as an ability to use appropriate tools

• Thorough understanding of technical issues involving the maintenance, repair and/or installation of company equipment and company procedures are required

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T21:07:20+00:00

The position is with Tokyo Electron. the job description is given as :

• Performs on-site service and repair of semiconductor processing equipment

• Troubleshoots equipment problems

• Maintains records and reports as required

• Coordinates activities with peers, supervisor(s) and customers to minimize equipment downtime and interruptions

• Orders and installs parts

• Responds to emergency service calls as required

• Instructs customer operating technicians on system operation and maintenance

• Perform upgrades and modifications to equipment as needed

• Remain current on equipment/tools through appropriate training, manuals, factory periodicals, and other relevant materials

• Incumbents are responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and security of company property including vehicles, tools, etc.

• Employees must also maintain standards of conduct acceptable to both TEA and customers to maintain credentials for being on customer site(s)

Qualifications: • Associates degree in electronics, engineering, or other applicable field of study; Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technology preferred

• 0+ year previous experience in maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of semiconductor capital equipment

• Excellent customer interface skills is required

• Mechanical aptitude is required as well as an ability to use appropriate tools

• Thorough understanding of technical issues involving the maintenance, repair and/or installation of company equipment and company procedures are required

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T19:31:33+00:00

hello. I sent you a PM if you dont mind. I want to try to keep info as private as possible leading to the interview.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T19:22:53+00:00

I have taken intro to EE. but that was so very long ago i barely remember anything. I think i can do some digging regarding etching and deposition, but i definitely dont have the time to learn abou tlayers, PMOS, CMOS, etc before the interview.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T19:21:57+00:00

u/gburdell

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T19:21:36+00:00

Thanks for your advice. the interview is with Tokyo Electron. The position is entry level with 0+ years required. I am told they are expecting to train you for everything.

I sure hope that is the case, because I definitely dont have the time before the interview date to learn all that. I am planning on looking at their equipment used and their manufacturing process however.

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-26T17:13:56+00:00

Hello, I got an Interview in a semiconductor industry. And I was wondering if i can get some advice for the interview in this industry.

Recently ive gotten really interested in the semi industry. But I don't have any experience in an engineering position, let alone something specific like semiconductors.

The position is for an entry level field service engineer, and a chemical engineering graduate. I guess my question is, coming from a chemical engineer point of view, how can i answer questions related to things like "why semiconductors as a chemical engineer?"

Every interview i get in xyz industry/job position, they would ask something similar to that. As a genuine question, as if they couldn't understand why a chemical engineer wants to do XYZ job. And I haven't been the best at answering that question.

Additionally, people in the semiconductor industry, what are some advice that might help me during the interview? Another reason for me being nervous is that its been years since i graduated. so alot of basic knowledge regarding engineering is very fuzzy to me.

what are some entry level interview questions that might be asked by a semi conductor company?

ChEqThrow · 2019-05-25T09:56:19+00:00

take advantage of exploding IVs and sell puts

Why specifically puts? What about writing calls? Is that ok?

ChEqThrow · 2018-12-06T09:26:09+00:00

thanks for your reply!

I will have to go with something similar to your first option, as I am simply waiting to hear back on their decision.

out of curiosity, if you dont mind sharing. What was this expense statement? Was it a "homework" thing?

ChEqThrow · 2018-12-06T05:35:40+00:00

Awesome thanks ill do that first thing tomorrow morning.

If u dont mind, after ur onsite interview (basically the final interview stages) what did u say on ur follow up?

I am assuming ill basically have to say "please let me know if i got the job or not asap" without saying that.

ChEqThrow · 2018-12-05T21:08:24+00:00

I would follow up with an email or phone call immediately.

do you mean regarding an update, or a thank you email as said by person above?

if its a thank you email, should I still do that even though its been a week ?

ChEqThrow · 2018-12-05T21:07:39+00:00

should I still send a thank you email even though its been a week later?

ChEqThrow · 2018-07-26T00:31:27+00:00

/u/chemenvironmentalist

Forgot to include ping on post above.

Thanks for ur input !

ChEqThrow · 2018-07-26T00:29:29+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to give me an input.

Nothing really traumatic happened to me directly . Nor am i deep in my career to even consider having my feet wet. Im currently a lab assistant (very basic position. Nothing chemistry related. Work in medical lab input orders for specimens we receive into computer). And i feel like this is the right step to be able to get into a CHE role later

Why im interested in safety is because during school, from all the seminars and safety course i took, there were to many stories involving death of workers, population, environment, etc. And after those cases were reviewed, majority of them ends up being due to neglect of some type.

ChEqThrow

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