Automation Inspection Manufacturing Engineer.

FormFactor Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, California is seeking an Automation Inspection Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and sustain automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection and storage processes.

You will lead automation initiatives, collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, Wafer Engineering, and support NPIs, equipment qualification, and process validation to improve yield, quality, productivity and cycle time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work

Responsibilities

• Develop automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection.
• Design, optimize, and sustain automated probe storage and handling processes.
• Support the elimination of manual back-end inspection processes through automation.
• Provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment, including process development, equipment qualification, troubleshooting, and production support.
• Develop, optimize, and sustain semiconductor manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support process qualification, validation, and implementation for new and existing products.
• Establish and maintain robust process controls using SPC, process capability analysis, and data-driven decision making.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, FMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support engineering change implementation (ECO/ECCB) and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Train manufacturing technicians and operators on new equipment, automation systems, manufacturing processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Wafer Engineering to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support during equipment qualification, production ramp, process validation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on automation, process capability, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Automation Systems

Defect Metrology

Dimensional Metrology

Engineering Process

Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Process Engineering

Measurement Analysis

Optical Metrology

Precision Metrology

Problem Resolution

Semiconductor Engineering

Technical Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Work Instructions

Writing Work Instructions

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Forming Our Future togetherFormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description

The Automation Inspection Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection while driving manufacturing automation initiatives that improve quality, productivity, and cycle time. This position will lead the development of automated probe inspection and storage processes, eliminate manual back-end inspection activities, and provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment. The engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Wafer Engineering to implement innovative automation technologies and support New Product Introductions (NPI).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection.
• Design, optimize, and sustain automated probe storage and handling processes.
• Support the elimination of manual back-end inspection processes through automation.
• Provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment, including process development, equipment qualification, troubleshooting, and production support.
• Develop, optimize, and sustain semiconductor manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support process qualification, validation, and implementation for new and existing products.
• Establish and maintain robust process controls using Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability analysis, and data-driven decision making.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, FMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support engineering change implementation (ECO/ECCB) and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Train manufacturing technicians and operators on new equipment, automation systems, manufacturing processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Wafer Engineering to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support during equipment qualification, production ramp, process validation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on automation, process capability, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.

Skills

Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Defect Metrology, Dimensional Metrology, Engineering Process, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Measurement Analysis, Optical Metrology, Precision Metrology, Problem Resolution, Semiconductor Engineering, Technical Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting, Work Instructions, Writing Work Instructions

Education & Experience

Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work| Required

Pay Range

$110,700.00 - $145,320.00

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $110,700.00 and $145,320.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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