Timothy Scott Billy
Gilbert, AZ *****
480-***-**** • *********@*****.***
Summary
Experienced semiconductor equipment technician and field service engineer with a strong background in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of complex manufacturing systems. Skilled in PLC-controlled equipment, electrical systems, and process tools including CVD, etch, and photolithography. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and control systems, improve equipment reliability, repeatability and comply with strict safety and quality standards.
Core Skills
PLC Programming & Troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Distech)
Semiconductor Equipment (CVD, Etch, Atmospheric and Low Pressure Epitaxial, Photolithography)
Electrical, Mechanical and Control Systems Diagnostics
Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Repair requiring the use of Digital Multi-meters, Hi-Pot tester, Oscilloscopes and equipment technician hand tools.
Configuration and Test of SCADA & DCS Systems
HMI Installation, Testing and configuration
Technical Documentation & Reporting
Safety Compliance & Quality Assurance
Professional Experience
L3Harris Technologies (Contract via Innova Solutions) – Chandler, AZ
Quality Control Technician Mar 2025 – Apr 2025
Performed inspections on night vision systems to ensure proper metal deposition and assembly quality
Conducted visual, dimensional, and functional testing
Documented inspection results and supported quality process improvements
Career Break – Family Caregiver
Mar 2024 – Dec 2024
Provided care for a family member, demonstrating responsibility and time management
Divind LLC – Gilbert, AZ
Electrical Technician Apr 2023 – Nov 2023
Built and tested slurry and chemical distribution systems
Troubleshot control panels and updated schematics
Loaded and tested Allen-Bradley PLC programs (I/O validation)
Installed and tested HMI systems
Required the use of Digital Multimeter, 10x Inspection Microscope, Calibrated power supplies.
Microchip Technology Inc. – Tempe, AZ
Equipment Technician Jun 2022 – Oct 2022
Maintained and repaired Mattson Etch and TEL CVD systems
Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to improve uptime
Collaborated with engineering and maintenance teams
Required the use of Digital Multimeter, Calibrated power supplies, Equipment Technician hand tools.
Screen SPE Inc. – Chandler, AZ
Mod/IQ Field Service Engineer Oct 2021 – Feb 2022
Performed on-site modifications to automated wafer cleaning systems
Adapted to various shifts and customer environments
Required the use of Digital Multimeter, Calibrated power supplies, Equipment Technician hand tools.
Silent-Aire Inc. – Gilbert, AZ
Electrical Quality Control Engineer Dec 2020 – Oct 2021
Conducted electrical testing on control panels and systems
Loaded PLC programs (Distech) and verified functionality
Worked with ABB and Johnson Controls VFD systems
Installed and tested HMIs
Required the use of Digital Multimeter, Equipment Technician hand tools.
PLC test program installation and operation.
Nikon Precision Inc. – Chandler, AZ
Field Service Engineer Sep 2019 – Feb 2020
Maintained and repaired photolithography equipment
Diagnosed complex system and process issues
Daifuku Cleanroom Automation America Corp. – Chandler, AZ
Field Service Engineer Apr 2012 – Mar 2019
Troubleshot and repaired automated material handling systems
Programmed and maintained Siemens PLC systems
Performed system testing, modification, and integration
Repaired PCBs to component level
Supported engineering design and system improvements
Retronix Semiconductor – Phoenix, AZ
Contract Field Service Engineer May 2011 – Nov 2011
Installed and supported ASM epitaxial and CVD systems
Provided training and documentation support
International Rectifier Epitaxial Services – AZ
Equipment Engineer Nov 2009 – May 2011
Maintained and repaired epitaxial reactors
Troubleshot and repaired control boards to component level
MSR-FSR – AZ
Contract Equipment Engineer Apr 2008 – Jul 2008
Assisted in the decommissioning of a complete 200mm semiconductor fab I Taoyuan, Taiwan.
ASM America Inc. – Gilbert, AZ
Field Service Engineer Oct 2001 – Mar 2008
Installed and commissioned CVD and Epitaxial systems globally
Resolved complex hardware/software integration issues
Improved system performance and workflow efficiency
Provided remote technical support and customer solutions
Education
Associate Degree
Mesa Community College, Associates Degree, 1981-1986
References:
Damion Fugate, Senior Global Product Support Manager at ASM America
Brad Kessler, Field Services Management, AMTS inc.
Fadi Coder, Technology Director, Semiconductor Material Solutions 3M
Brandon Sable, Body Assembly Manager, L3-Harris Inc.
Dan Malone, KCMG Engineering, Ireland