Engineering Support Assistant

Rochester Electronics, LLC; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Rochester Electronics, LLC is seeking an entry-level Engineering Support Assistant to assist engineers across multiple disciplines, record and analyze production data, and support manufacturing processes and equipment.

The role emphasizes Lean, Six Sigma, and 6S practices, with co-op/internship experience preferred and opportunities to grow in semiconductor technology and documentation workflows.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Interest in engineering, science, math, semiconductor assembly, or related technical fields.
• Entry-level role designed for candidates with co-op or internship experience.
• Willingness to learn Lean, Six Sigma, and 6S practices.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computer-based manufacturing systems to record data
• Analyze/process data pursuant to project goals
• Organize documentation and department records
• Perform computer-aided design, process-flow, manufacturing setup, and other applicable software support
• Adjust, calibrate, align, or modify equipment and record effects on unit performance
• Complete paperwork associated with testing and troubleshooting
• Follow defined specifications and reaction paths in the basic operation of equipment
• Maintain a well-organized and audit-ready work area
• Apply 6S, Six-Sigma, and LEAN concepts to practice

Job description

Brief Description

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Brief Description

The Engineering Support Assistant is an entry-level technical role supporting semiconductor manufacturing and assembly operations. The position assists engineers across multiple disciplines including process, package, product, test, quality, reliability, and manufacturing engineering. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing production data, maintaining documentation, supporting manufacturing processes and equipment, performing basic troubleshooting activities, and helping implement Lean, Six Sigma, and 6S practices. This role is designed for candidates beginning their engineering careers, particularly those with co-op or internship experience and an interest in semiconductor technology.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computer-based manufacturing systems to record data
• Analyze/process data pursuant to project goals
• Organize documentation and department records
• Perform computer-aided design, process-flow, manufacturing setup, and other applicable software support
• Adjust, calibrate, align, or modify equipment and record effects on unit performance
• Complete paperwork associated with testing and troubleshooting
• Follow defined specifications and reaction paths in the basic operation of equipment
• Maintain a well-organized and audit-ready work area
• Apply 6S, Six-Sigma, and LEAN concepts to practice

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Interest in engineering, science, math, semiconductor assembly, or related technical fields

Technical Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to utilize computer-based manufacturing systems
• Ability to analyze and process data
• Ability to perform computer-aided design (CAD) support activities
• Ability to work with manufacturing and process software
• Ability to adjust, calibrate, align, and modify equipment
• Ability to complete testing and troubleshooting documentation
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Preferred Knowledge

• Statistical methods experience
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge
• Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing concepts
• Understanding of 6S workplace organization

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize documentation and records
• Ability to maintain audit-ready work areas
• Ability to follow defined procedures and reaction paths

Summary

At Rochester Electronics, we create an excellent employee experience focused on value, performance, motivation, recognition, and career growth. Many companies say their employees are their most important asset. At Rochester Electronics, we mean it! Our benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Outstanding low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, Rochester pays 92% of the premiums on behalf of its full-time employees
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday
• Generous match 401K program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending account

And so much more!