Engineer I, Manufacturing Engineering

Entegris; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) plan with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off (PTO) policy

Education assistance

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Entegris is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer in Chaska, MN to design, optimize, and enhance manufacturing methods. You will implement engineering principles to ensure safe and efficient assembly operations.

The role includes improving processes, developing documentation, and supporting new product introductions. Candidates must have a relevant degree and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including health insurance and a 401(K) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with contamination control practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes through efficient methods.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation.
• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Manufacturing processes

Quality improvement methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial engineering

High school diploma

Tools

CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Engineer I, Manufacturing Engineering

Entegris is growing and seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Chaska, MN. In this role you’ll design, optimize, and enhance manufacturing methods to ensure safe, high quality, and efficient assembly operations. You’ll apply engineering principles, problem‑solving skills, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance process capability, reduce waste, strengthen product performance, and support the introduction of new technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Improve manufacturing processes by implementing efficient methods, automation, and assembly techniques to enhance flow, quality, and yield.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (instructions, routings, SOPs) and train production teams on equipment setup, operation and maintenance.
• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, lower costs and shorten lead times.
• Provide daily engineering support to production to resolve quality issues, increase capacity and ensure on‑time delivery.
• Participate in problem‑solving activities, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation for internal and customer reported issues.
• Support new product introduction through FMEAs, control plans, qualification activities and analysis of validation results.
• Develop ROI analyses and manage equipment upgrades, tooling and fixture design to improve manufacturing capability.
• Participate in material disposition decisions and drive timely closure of nonconforming material.
• Contribute to 5S, safety and Kaizen activities to ensure a safe, organized and high‑performing work environment.
• Manage engineering projects, ensuring milestones, documentation and stakeholder requirements are met.
• Support internal audits and maintain compliance with quality systems, standards and customer requirements.
• Support New Product Introduction through FMEA facilitation, control plan development, qualification testing and validation data analysis.

What We Seek

• High school diploma (or equivalent); bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or related engineering discipline preferred.
• Must be 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment or hands‑on work with processes, equipment or assembly operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound engineering recommendations.
• Experience with automated production machinery, including process monitoring, equipment optimization and fixture/tool design.
• Familiarity with contamination control practices (e.g., cleanroom assembly, semiconductor standards) preferred.

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Proficiency in quality and process improvement methods (DOE, SPC, capability studies, FMEA, audits, structured problem‑solving, value‑stream mapping).
• Lean Manufacturing certification or Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Experience with NPI, validation/qualification testing or engineering project management.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Operate hand tools, measuring instruments and calibration equipment.
• Reach, bend, kneel or stoop while troubleshooting machinery or inspecting equipment.
• Work in required PPE, including safety glasses, steel‑toe shoes, gloves and/or cleanroom attire.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $63,000 – $80,000 per year, range with actual pay dependent on graduation year and candidate skillset.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match and no delayed vesting.
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages.
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.
• Education assistance to support your learning journey.
• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.