ODAYAPPAN NACHIAPPAN
SENIOR FIELD SERVICE EQUIPMENT ENGINEER
Kuala Lumpur,14
Summary
To gain professional expertise and excellence in the chosen field. To accept responsibilities and grow along with the organization in the upcoming years.
Knowledgeable Field Service Engineering with top strengths in planning, problem-solving and communication.
Skilled in maintaining high customer satisfaction, controlling inventory and providing technical support.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Equipment Field Service Engineer
WF INDUSTRIALOPOLIS PTE LTD
Singapore, Singapore
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Standby on-site at Silterra Malaysia in CMP for AMAT Mirra Mesa polisher machine for 1 year warranty of labor & parts support (equipment start-up, installation & commissioning)
- Partially involved in sales, more into CMP spare parts & CIP items
- Provide on-call support for existing CMP machine failures upon customer request and deliver high level problem solving skills with technical explanations to their Equipment and Process team members
- Carry out minor and major troubleshooting CMP Mirra Mesa machines on-site with technical supports from resources in Singapore, when urgently needed
- Promote and encourage CMP customers on CIP items Ex: RTM (Real Time Monitoring) system to detect motion moving parts
- Advice and suggest CMP customers on modifications of machine & sub modules to an upgraded version or replacement unit
- Work closely with module manager to understand problem statements and provide relevant advice especially on cost reduction, machine stability, reliability to maintain machine uptime at optimum level
Equipment Field Service Engineer
CUBIT PTE LTD
Singapore, Singapore
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Service support customer Silterra Malaysia in CMP on both SFI 776 AvantGaard and AMAT Mirra Mesa polisher machines on contract basis for 1 year
- Mirra Mesa tool setup and installation 1 unit for customer Silterra and sustain until warranty period over
- Polisher and Cleaner parts modifying, servicing and repairing skills work
- Minor and major troubleshooting on SFI and AMAT machines
- Traveling 3 months each to Singapore & South Korea to support machine installation, setup, test run and follow up
Senior Equipment Engineer
SYSTEMS ON SILICON MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE LTD (SSMC)
Singapore, Singapore
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Work on cross-functional teams to solve equipment and process issues
- Planning necessary timeline to resolve major issues
- Participate in new equipment qualifications and evaluate new equipment components to improve tool reliability
- Suggest and implement modification in PM procedures with proper qualification procedures
- Assisting cost coordinator on project spares and equipment consumables usage and develop inventory plans to ensure optimal level
- Support equipment engineers and process engineers, activities in improving equipment up-times, process optimization, recipes creation and test runs, data collections and cost reduction activities
- Responsible for the maintenance of productions equipment, ensuring both preventive maintenance programs and repairs
- In-charging qualification on process failures on Mirra (polisher) & DNS (cleaner) machines (STI, OXIDE & TUNGSTEN)
Equipment Engineer
SILTERRA MALAYSIA SDN BHD
Kulim, Malaysia
08.2003 - 08.2019
- Supervise a team of technicians to provide FA services and provide timely feedback of FA results to the requested party
- Follow and comply with any procedures or measures stipulated in Silterra Environmental Management System
- Involved actively in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- Upgrade performance of equipment and solution to minimize downtime
- In-charging qualification on process failures on AMAT MirraMesa, SFI 776 AvantGaard Integra Ontrak machines (STI, Copper, Oxide & Tungsten)
Site Coordinator
NOVELLUS SYSTEMS PTE LTD (formerly known as SpeedFam-Ipec)
Singapore, Singapore
04.2000 - 07.2003
- Service support customer Silterra Malaysia in CMP SFI 776 AvantGaard 9 machines
- Attend on-site Training for SpeedFam Ipec wafer polisher tools in California, Arizona & West Portland, USA, for 6 months, organized by SpeedFam Ipec, Singapore
- Perform preventive maintenance and calibration for polisher systems done according to contract agreements
- Assist customers in the development and generation of formal technical proposals to ensure technical accuracy
- Translate customer requirement into technical requirement and provide proof of concept on-site and off-site
- Receive Technical support via phone conversation from the USA to resolve major equipment issues on the spot
Technical Specialist
CHIPPAC MALAYSIA SDN BHD (formerly known as RCA/ HARRIS MALAYSIA)
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
08.1995 - 03.2000
- Maintaining IC test equipment such as Tesec, Kuwano, Aseco, Multitest & DeltaFlex
- Perform Preventive maintenance and Calibration for test systems done according to schedule, to maintain the accuracy and capability of the system
- Liaise with Engineering group to evaluate any product failures which being tested in room temp, high and cold temperature, meeting safety, output, yield and quality of test equipment
- Involving in new designs, layouts, products, devices, methods or procedures
- Spot Award nomination, achievement on preventing machines high downtime and device rejections
Education
Professional Master's Degree - Engineering Management
Asia E-University
08.2018 - 10.2020
Diploma - Electronics Engineering
Federal Institute of Technology (FIT)
Kuala Lumpur 01.1992 - 01.1995
High School - undefined
High School Vivekananda
Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur 01.1987 - 01.1991
Primary School - undefined
Primary School Vivekananda
Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur 01.1981 - 01.1986
Skills
Equipment set-up
Equipment start-up
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Commissioning
Software installation
Mechanical troubleshooting
Hardware installation
Safety meetings
Effective communication
Team building
Interpersonal communication
Worksite preparation
Safety management
Problem-solving aptitude
Multitasking Abilities
Continuous improvement
Task prioritization
Tool installation and alignment
Excellent communication
Reliability
Customer relations
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Self motivation
Safety and compliance
Cross-functional coordination
Preparing work orders
Service contracts
Supplier relations
Equipment calibration
On-site support
Service documentation
Customer service
Technical support
Equipment installation
Major Roles And Skills
- Accomplished, seasoned equipment specialist with solid background on equipment set-up, installation, maintenance & commissioning in Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) machines.
- Coordinates with other functional groups such as planning and distribution.
- Assumes mentor role and interacts well with diverse personalities.
- Develop knowledge and skills by developing the job responsibilities through excellence performance in the areas involved.
- Some knowledge of the following software/applications: CMMS, Business Object, Oracle E-Business Suites, MARS, Factory Works & SDL, SPC process control chart, FDC monitoring system, Microsoft Office & Windows 11.
Trainings And Courses
- Nova measurement unit, Phoenix Arizona USA, year 2000
- Integrated AvantGaard 776 Polisher, Phoenix Arizona USA, year 2000
- Ontrak Cleaner Tools, Fremont California USA, year 2000
- Robotics, Fremont California USA, year 2000
- On job training (OJT), LSI Logic, West Portland USA, year 2000
- AMAT Mirra Mesa Wafer Polisher tool, Singapore, year 2005
Personal Details
Punctual, Loyal, Hard work, Focus on job task one at a time, Friendly to all level of people, Self-motivator, Straightforward, Positive attitude, 100% follow procedure and spec, Able to work independently or in a group, Committed to work and trustworthy, Good sense of humor, Willing to accept managerial jobs in wafer fabs industries, To gain professional expertise and excellence in the chosen field., To accept responsibilities and grow along with the organization in the upcoming years., Hiking, Jogging, Swimming, Cycling, Gardening, Reading novels, Listening to classical instrumental music & songs
Personal Information
- Ethnicity: Indian
- Date of Birth: 25 August 1973
- Nationality: Malaysian
- Marital Status: Married with 2 children
- Religion: Hindu
Timeline
Senior Equipment Field Service Engineer
WF INDUSTRIALOPOLIS PTE LTD
09.2022 - 02.2025
Equipment Field Service Engineer
CUBIT PTE LTD
08.2021 - 08.2022
Senior Equipment Engineer
SYSTEMS ON SILICON MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE LTD (SSMC)
09.2019 - 07.2021
Professional Master's Degree - Engineering Management
Asia E-University
08.2018 - 10.2020
Equipment Engineer
SILTERRA MALAYSIA SDN BHD
08.2003 - 08.2019
Site Coordinator
NOVELLUS SYSTEMS PTE LTD (formerly known as SpeedFam-Ipec)
04.2000 - 07.2003
Technical Specialist
CHIPPAC MALAYSIA SDN BHD (formerly known as RCA/ HARRIS MALAYSIA)
08.1995 - 03.2000
Diploma - Electronics Engineering
Federal Institute of Technology (FIT)
01.1992 - 01.1995
High School - undefined
High School Vivekananda
01.1987 - 01.1991
Primary School - undefined
Primary School Vivekananda
01.1981 - 01.1986