Manufacturing Engineer II

Ferrotec; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K matching

Flexible work hours

Tuition reimbursement

Travel and hotel discounts

Paid time off

Sick & wellness programs

Employee recognition

Wellness activities

Job summary

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support design, quality, and operation of integrated systems and machine tools used in production and inspection. The role emphasizes process validation, machine accuracy, and repeatability, with some domestic travel expected.

You will partner with engineering and operations to optimize processes, develop MES correlations, and document qualification activities for new products as well as legacy equipment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing or industrial engineering including process development, quality control/QA, production and testing.
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment and/or contract manufacturing.
• Experience with robot assembly, manufacturing, and testing is a plus.
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Visio, PowerPoint.
• Project management experience using Microsoft Office; Gantt charts is a plus.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on multiple projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Select and maintain material combinations to maximize quality and optimize cost and efficiency.
• Analyze data to maintain product performance and meet quality objectives.
• Recommend manufacturing line equipment and fixtures based on process flow and time standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to augment equipment qualification for new and legacy products.
• Maintain MES software and related data systems.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions. Please visit www.ferrotec.com for a list of office locations.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer assists with all aspects of the manufacturing process, focusing on the design, quality, and operation of the integrated systems and machine tools used for production and inspection of the assembly process. The role implements new processes, maintains methods and operation sequences, troubleshoots problems, and optimizes the process. The engineer determines necessary personnel and equipment capabilities, establishes validation criteria for ongoing effective process execution including machine accuracy and repeatability, product measurement, and personnel capability studies. Some domestic travel may be required. The position supports products in the semiconductor or other industries as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for selecting and maintaining the best material combinations to maximize quality and optimize manufacturing cost and efficiency.
• Analyze data and use all available resources to maintain product performance and meet quality objectives.
• Recommend manufacturing line equipment and fixtures based on performing product process flow and time standards analysis studies.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to augment equipment qualification activities for new products and legacy equipment to increase productivity and enhance quality.
• Maintain, implement, and administer manufacturing execution system software (MES).
• Create and change manufacturing, assembly, and operation sequence instructions (OMS) for the assembly process and MES software.
• Maintain, monitor statistics, and perform detailed failure analysis of failed equipment (production and RMA); work directly with engineering, sales/customer support, technicians, and customers to perform detailed failure analysis and corrective action reports and activities.
• Work with suppliers to perform detailed failure analysis and corrective action reports and activities.
• Work with customers, outside contractors, and vendors to accomplish manufacturing and operations project objectives such as Build Verification (BV) and witness builds for new products or improvement of existing equipment.
• Work closely with design engineering to document and resolve issues discovered during new product introduction and product release scale-up phases.
• Assist with ongoing development of factory acceptance criteria and methods for product final testing, qualification, and quality inspection.
• Develop machine and product measurement methods to ensure product quality and performance.
• Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.
• Achievement of objectives must include an overriding commitment to quality that permeates the areas of responsibility.
• Enable and drive change in the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial, Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role including process development, quality control/quality assurance, production, and testing.
• Must have related experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and/or contract manufacturing.
• Experience in robot assembly, manufacturing, and testing is a plus.
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Project management experience using Microsoft Office; experience with Gantt Charts is a plus.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams simultaneously on multiple projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Skills

• Factory floor and manufacturing line experience.
• Experience with continuous improvement, SPC methodologies, and data tools.
• Knowledge or certification of Six Sigma, 6S, and lean methodologies and practices.

Benefits

The salary range included in this job posting is relevant to applicants who reside or work in the Livermore, CA area only. Ferrotec offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401K matching, flexible work hours, tuition reimbursement, leadership development, travel and hotel discounts, paid time off, sick & wellness and volunteer time, employee recognition program, employee engagement & appreciation events, and virtual wellness activities and classes available to employees and family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.