Automation Engineer

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.

Job Summary:

Looking for a skilled Automation Engineer with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor or OSAT manufacturing . The candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing automation systems for front-end and back-end assembly, test, and packaging processes. This role requires close collaboration with manufacturing, MES, IT/OT, and equipment engineering teams to improve factory throughput, yield, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain automation solutions across packaging, test, and probing lines.
• Integrate equipment with MES and other factory systems (e.g., SECS/GEM, OPC, PLC, SCADA).
• Develop and support automation scripts, APIs, and logic for data acquisition and tool control.
• Lead or support Industry 4.0 initiatives, such as smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, and robotics integration.
• Troubleshoot automation failures and ensure high equipment uptime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather automation requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, validation protocols, and SOPs.
• Monitor and improve automation system performance through KPIs and continuous improvement practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in automation within semiconductor/OSAT manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of MES, IT/OT architecture, and equipment communication protocols.
• Basic understanding of scripting languages (Python, VB, or C#) for automation tasks.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with smart factory, RPA, or digital twin technologies.
• Exposure to machine learning, data analytics, or AI-driven automation.
• Hands-on experience with SECS/GEM, EDA (Interface A) and equipment integration.
• Experience in supporting 24x7 manufacturing operations with high availability systems.
• Knowledge of recipe management systems (RMS) and unit-level traceability.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Team player with a proactive, hands-on attitude.