Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence Engineer

Analog Devices, Inc.; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick is seeking an experienced Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence Engineer to lead fab-wide improvement initiatives that strengthen flow, OEE, cost, and overall manufacturing performance.

You will work across operations, process engineering, equipment, maintenance, and quality to remove constraints, solve recurring issues, and implement sustainable improvements using data-driven analysis and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Lean, Six Sigma expertise and structured problem solving.
• Proven ability to use manufacturing data to drive measurable improvement.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor fab operations and equipment interactions.
• Strong cross-functional leadership in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated impact improving OEE, cycle time, yield, cost, or flow.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement initiatives to improve flow, cycle time, OEE, yield, and cost performance.
• Identify operational losses and constraints through data analysis and root-cause problem solving.
• Partner cross-functionally to implement and sustain improvement actions.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to strengthen execution discipline and standardize best practices.
• Support fab readiness, capacity improvement, and long-term operational performance.

Skills

Lean & Six Sigma

Data-driven problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

OEE improvement

Semiconductor fab knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science

Tools

JMP

Minitab

SQL

Factory systems

Job description

## Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence EngineerApply: Ireland, Limerick: Posted Today: R266176**About Analog Devices**Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.The Staff Operational Excellence Engineer leads fab-wide improvement initiatives to strengthen flow, OEE, cost, and overall manufacturing performance. This role works across operations, process engineering, equipment, maintenance, and quality to remove constraints, solve recurring issues, and implement sustainable improvements. The position combines data-driven analysis with strong cross-functional leadership to improve operational stability, capacity, and execution.**Key Responsibilities*** Lead improvement initiatives to improve flow, cycle time, OEE, yield, and cost performance* Identify operational losses and constraints through data analysis and root-cause problem solving* Partner cross-functionally to implement and sustain improvement actions* Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to strengthen execution discipline and standardize best practices* Support fab readiness, capacity improvement, and long-term operational performance**Must Have Skills*** Strong expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving* Proven ability to use manufacturing data to drive measurable improvement* Deep understanding of semiconductor fab operations and equipment interactions* Strong cross-functional leadership in a high-volume manufacturing environment* Demonstrated impact improving OEE, cycle time, yield, cost, or flow**Preferred Education and Experience*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field* Significant experience in semiconductor or other complex high-volume manufacturing environments* Familiarity with JMP, Minitab, SQL, or factory systems* Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred#LI-AS1*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.**Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.*Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: NoShift Type: 1st Shift/Days