Thomas Gohle
Dresden
Summary
Senior Equipment Engineer with 25+ years in semiconductor tool installation, maintenance, and reliability. Expert in wet-etch and single-wafer clean systems (SCREEN SU-series, TEL UW-series, Lam Research DVP). Seeks fixed-term assignments (3–5 years) in Europe or the Far East focusing on reliability, installation, or technical training within wet-chemistry environments.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Engineer – Wet Etch
Robert Bosch Semiconductor Manufacturing Dresden GmbH
06.2019 - Current
- Plan and commission single-wafer wet-etch systems using SPC and Lean Six Sigma.
- Coordinate suppliers during installation and hook-up to ensure timeline and budget compliance.
- Lead failure analysis (FMEA, 8D) and integrate findings into preventive-maintenance programs.
- Train technicians and engineers with structured SOPs and hands-on sessions.
Principal Equipment Expert – Wet Etch
Global Foundries LLC & Co KG (Fab 1)
01.2009 - 03.2019
- Owned reliability and upgrade projects for single-wafer wet-etch tools with SPC-driven optimization.
- Developed CBM programs and documentation improving tool uptime and process stability.
- Delivered vendor training, installation support, and technical documentation.
- Introduced new process chemical saving USD 0.5M/month; supported 28nm node startup with SCREEN SU3200.
Product Technician – Test Systems
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Adapted and maintained automated test systems for production.
- Authored training and maintenance guides for temperature-range testing.
Senior Manufacturing Technician – Wet Etch
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Coordinated repair and maintenance of 18 batch wet-etch tools; led 300mm system installations.
- Supervised contractors for de-installation and upgrades.
Manufacturing Technician
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
10.1997 - 12.2005
- Maintained wet-etch and furnace tools in 12-hour operations; completed 8-month AMD Fab25 training.
Technician
Earlier Roles (Germany)
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Industrial Electronics Maintenance Technician – Schleifscheiben Werk Dresden-Reick.
- RF Electronics Technician – Robotron Elektronik Radeberg.
Education
Continuing Training - Semiconductor Wet Etch Tools (SCREEN, TEL, Lam), Ozone Generators (ASTeX), X-Ray Safety, Reliability Methods
01.2024
State-Certified Technician - Telecommunications Engineering Specialist
Applied University of Electrical Engineering
Dresden, Germany01.1997
Apprenticeship - Electronics Specialist for RF and High-Frequency Technology
Robotron Elektronik Radeberg
Radeberg, Germany01.1988
Skills
- Wet-Etch (SNK/Batch)
- Preventive & Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM)
- Project & Vendor Management
- Tool Installation & Hook-Up
- Equipment Reliability
- Chemical Safety
- Flow Control for Corrosive Liquids
- Ozone Generation
- FMEA, 8D
- SPC
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), KAIZEN, REFA
- Training & Documentation
- Platforms: SAP-PM, JMP, SPACE, Unix, Windows, MS Office, Basic C / HTML / XML
Additional Information
IT & ERP Skills:
- Unix, Windows, MS Office Suite,
- SAP-PM, XSite, SPACE,
- JMP, R Studio,
Programming and markup languages:
- C, HTML, XML,
- some AVR® Assembler
INTERESTS
Analog electronics, Microcontrollers, PCB & 3D CAD, Technical writing, Training, Cross-cultural teamwork
CONTRACT & AVAILABILITY
- Seeking 36–60 month assignments in Europe or the Far East (JP / TW / SG / NL).
- Travel ≤ 6 nights/month. No shift work. Public transport access required.
- Available for relocation or resident role with training/knowledge-transfer scope.
Hobbies
Electronic design:
- Analog circuits, including RF,
- microcontroller (ATTiny) programming,
- PCB design,
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Equipment Engineer – Wet Etch
Robert Bosch Semiconductor Manufacturing Dresden GmbH
06.2019 - Current
Principal Equipment Expert – Wet Etch
Global Foundries LLC & Co KG (Fab 1)
01.2009 - 03.2019
Product Technician – Test Systems
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
01.2008 - 12.2008
Senior Manufacturing Technician – Wet Etch
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
01.2006 - 12.2007
Manufacturing Technician
Advanced Micro Devices FAB 30
10.1997 - 12.2005
Technician
Earlier Roles (Germany)
01.1988 - 01.1991
State-Certified Technician - Telecommunications Engineering Specialist
Applied University of Electrical Engineering
Apprenticeship - Electronics Specialist for RF and High-Frequency Technology
Robotron Elektronik Radeberg