AMHS Technician (f/m/d)
Blacksemiconductor
| Company | Blacksemiconductor |
| Category | Skilled Technician |
| Location | Aachen |
| Remote | Hybrid |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (ashby) |
Description
About us
We see the semiconductor industry as a realm of possibility. We see opportunity. We see the profound impact that our graphene solutions will have in transforming the industry. We invite you to join us in driving change with our fundamentally human-centered approach, uniting bright minds around a shared vision. The vision is: Prove to everybody that you can make a fundamental change. Prove with your knowledge and skills how things can be done differently. Together, we can change the paradigm of how the world connects
About our technology
The semiconductor industry’s growing demand for more powerful chips with higher bandwidth and lower power finds its solution in our technology. We connect chips to high-throughput, low-delay computing networks. The key lies in harnessing the physical properties of graphene to combine electronic computing with photonic communication, allowing countless chips to interact almost as if they were one. Our graphene photonic innovation increases computing power and efficiency to a new order of magnitude
In short, we connect chips to create powerful and energy-efficient networks, overcoming connectivity limitations in the semiconductor industry. We deliver the graphene solution
The Role
Black Semiconductor is looking for a motivated AMHS Technician (f/m/d) to join our on-site team in Aachen, Germany. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliable operation of Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) equipment in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This includes preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting system issues, supporting installations and upgrades, and ensuring minimal production downtime while adhering to strict safety and cleanroom standards
This role is critical in supporting the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our semiconductor production operations
Your Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) equipment, including Overhead Hoist Transport (OHT) vehicles, Under-Track Storage (UTS) systems, conveyors, and substrate and film frame sorting systems
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues affecting material transport and wafer handling operations to ensure reliable system performance and minimal downtime
- Monitor system performance, respond promptly to alarms, and restore equipment functionality in a timely manner to minimize production disruptions and maintain operational efficiency
- Support installation, commissioning, qualification, and upgrade activities for AMHS and sorter equipment in collaboration with vendors and engineering teams to ensure successful deployment and optimalperformance
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, spare parts inventory, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with fab safety requirements and operational standards
Your Qualifications
- Completed “Ausbildung” (vocational school) in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Ideally first experience in automation maintenance within a manufacturing or semiconductor environment; recent graduates are welcome
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and work instructions accurately, with disciplined documentation practices.
- Ability to work in confined spaces (less than 4 feet clearance) and at heights of up to 4 meters on AMHS highway levels for equipment recovery activities
- Understandings of semiconductor cleanroom protocols and EHS standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and German
Tools, Technologies & Systems (as plus)
- Hands-on experience in maintaining AMHS (OHT) systems in a semiconductor Fab environment
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, RFID systems, and graphical user interface (GUI) dashboards for troubleshooting, reporting, and system monitoring
- Proven experience