Engineering Technician

MACOM; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM in Lowell, MA is seeking a hands-on manufacturing equipment engineer. You will set up, maintain and troubleshoot automated backend tools across grinding, polishing, bonding, and related processes. The role emphasizes SPC monitoring, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration with Quality, Maintenance and Manufacturing to improve throughput and yield. RSU eligibility and competitive hourly pay accompany full benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on role requiring setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated equipment.
• Sustaining engineering activities including lot disposition and SPC monitoring.
• Investigate out‑of‑control conditions and address yield/line loss.
• Understand equipment operation and process interactions to identify issues.
• Assist with new equipment startups and process baselines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot backend processing equipment (grinding, polishing, bonding, etc.).
• Monitor SPC data and troubleshoot deviations to keep processes in control.
• Disposition nonconforming lots and investigate root causes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance to implement improvements.
• Own documentation and continuous improvement for assigned tools and processes.
• Identify throughput constraints and drive process improvements.

Skills

SPC knowledge

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Tools

Grinding equipment

Polishing equipment

Bonding equipment

Laser scribing equipment

Wet benches

Metrology tools

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Job Description:

• This is a hands-on position that requires a broad understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes. Responsibilities include the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated equipment. Support will involve a wide range of fab equipment used in backend processing, including grinding, polishing, bonding/mounting, glassing, laser scribing, wet benches, chemical processing systems, quick dump rinses (QDRs), etching, metrology tools, and other related equipment.
• Perform daily sustaining engineering activities, including lot disposition, SPC monitoring, and investigation of out-of-control conditions. Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) is required.
• Monitor key process parameters to ensure process stability, recognize and investigate process deviations, disposition out-of-specification products, and perform problem-solving activities to address yield loss and line loss issues.
• Understand equipment operation and process interactions and identify potential equipment or process issues through observation and data analysis.
• Assist with new equipment startups, qualifications, and process baseline development for both new and existing tools.
• Identify and address throughput constraints related to equipment, processes, materials, and operating procedures.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and other support organizations to perform root cause analysis and implement process improvements.
• Maintain ownership of assigned tools and processes, including documentation, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and performance monitoring.

Key Competencies Required:

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and meeting established project deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on documentation and process control.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Out-of-Control Action Plans (OCAPs).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Hourly Range

The Hourly Range for this position is $25.00– $38.00 per hour. Actual salary offered to candidates will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.