Industrial Engineer 3

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LAM RESEARCH Corporation in Tualatin, Oregon, seeks a skilled professional to enhance lab operations and support business growth through innovative solutions. Your role will emphasize capacity analysis, productivity improvements, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated drive for business and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform capacity analysis for resource planning aligned with business forecasts.
• Conduct gap analysis between actual vs. theoretical performance.
• Lead labor-hour reduction and cycle-time improvement projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Products Operations Group is part of the fast-paced and high-energy support group which primarily focuses on research and development of semiconductor equipment. This position will be focused on contributing to the overall improvement of lab operations, performance and reliability through innovative solutions. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

• Creates and develops design concepts and specifications that optimize the function, ergonomics, perceived value and appearance of physical hardware products and systems for product consumers and end users.
• Partners with internal and external marketing and design groups to research and analyze design trends and customer feedback for incorporation into operational workflows and overall design language and strategy.
• Produces and validates product design specifications and production requirements with insourced and outsourced manufacturing and engineering groups.

What you’ll do

• Perform capacity analysis for long‑and medium‑term resource planning aligned with business forecasts.
• Conduct gap analysis between actual vs. theoretical performance and drive effective closure actions.
• Lead labor‑hour reduction and cycle‑time improvement projects to enhance operational productivity.
• Coordinate tool relocation and production line re‑layout activities.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to achieve key operational KPIs.
• Perform time‑study data collection and analysis, driving continuous improvement based on lean line and bay build concepts.

Who we’re looking for

• 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 experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with additional skills in AutoCAD and system-related tools considered an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and planning skills.
• Demonstrated drive for business and process improvements.
• Proven ability to perform effectively with minimal supervision.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1‑2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.