Equipment Specialist (Preventive Maintenance)

About the role

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com . Job Description Summary: This role is for individuals who want to build a career working hands-on with advanced equipment, not behind a desk. As an Equipment Specialist, you'll maintain and support semiconductor manufacturing tools that operate at a precision level. Your work directly impacts the performance, reliability, and output of critical technologies. This is not an engineering design or research role. It is hands-on, skill-based position focused on equipment maintenance, precision execution, and technical craftsmanship. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities - Follows appropriate processes and protocols in the cleanroom environment - Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment. - Maintains appropriate records and tracking of tool status, maintenance and issues. - Coordinates with environmental, health and safety to ensure safe operation of toolset. - Coordinates with process engineers to troubleshoot tool and process issues. - Coordinates, schedule and escort vendors on-site as necessary. - Coordinates with in-house facilities and security as necessary. - Assists in the installation of new equipment and decommission of outgoing equipment. - Responds to emergency situations as they may occur. - Performs other duties as assigned Skills/Abilities - Possess trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills. - Proficiency in software and control systems for equipment toolsets. - Self-motivated, inquisitive, and must thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment - Excellent written and oral communication skills Education Associate's degree in engineering, chemistry, materials science, physics or other relevant field required, Bachelor's degree preferred.