Manufacturing Engineer (Spector) 1

Veeco Instruments Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 76,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to work in a fast-paced production environment on advanced semiconductor equipment.

You will partner with technicians, engineers, and operations teams to improve manufacturability, drive quality, resolve production issues, and continuously enhance factory performance. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field and 2+ years in manufacturing/production engineering or related roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing/Production Engineering or similar roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on engineering support for assembly, integration, testing, and production of advanced semiconductor equipment.
• Support production quality, reliability, schedule attainment, and operational performance.
• Troubleshoot build and test issues with manufacturing technicians and operations teams.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve quality and throughput.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to address manufacturability challenges.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional

Read drawings

Data-driven analysis

PFMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/ Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP

CAD

Job description

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About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

OVERVIEW

Build the Technology Powering the Future

At Veeco, we develop advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment that powers the innovations shaping the future, from AI infrastructure and advanced computing to next-generation electronics.

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges. In this role, you will work directly with sophisticated electromechanical systems, partnering with technicians, engineers, and operations teams to improve manufacturability, drive quality, solve production issues, and continuously enhance factory performance.

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on products used by leading semiconductor manufacturers around the world while developing expertise in one of the most advanced manufacturing industries.

Worksite Location: Somerset, NJ | Relocation Assistance Available

RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive Manufacturing Excellence

• Provide hands‑on engineering support for the assembly, integration, testing, and production of advanced semiconductor equipment.
• Serve as a key technical resource supporting production quality, reliability, schedule attainment, and operational performance.
• Partner closely with manufacturing technicians and operations teams to troubleshoot build and test issues.
• Lead resolution of recurring and complex manufacturing challenges through structured investigation and corrective action implementation.

Solve Complex Technical Problems

• Investigate manufacturing, quality, and reliability issues using structured problem‑solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and FMEA.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions that improve product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Analyze engineering drawings, bills of material, schematics, test data, and manufacturing documentation to resolve product and process issues.
• Drive cross‑functional problem solving involving Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Service teams.
• Proactively engage Design Engineering to address manufacturability challenges and recurring production issues.

Improve Processes and Product Quality

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, assembly procedures, and production documentation.
• Support engineering change implementation and configuration‑controlled manufacturing processes.
• Identify and execute opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, productivity, yield, and repeatability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving throughput, increasing reliability, and lowering manufacturing costs.
• Analyze production and quality data to identify trends and drive measurable business improvements.

Collaborate and Influence

• Partner with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability, serviceability, assembly efficiency, and overall product quality.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical and quality‑related issues.
• Facilitate cross‑functional discussions that drive alignment, accountability, and successful execution.
• Advocate for manufacturing requirements and influence decisions that improve factory performance and customer outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, or a similar role supporting complex electromechanical products.

Preferred

• 5 years of experience supporting the manufacture of complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, vacuum systems, automation equipment, precision machinery, scientific instrumentation, or other highly engineered products.
• Experience leading cross‑functional root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives.
• Track record of improving quality, yield, throughput, efficiency, or manufacturing performance.
• Experience with PFMEA, control plans, process controls, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with cleanroom environments, SAP, and engineering change control processes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience supporting manufacturing, assembly, integration, or testing of complex electromechanical products.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing documentation, BOMs, work instructions, and engineering change processes.
• Experience working within ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross‑functional manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis tools and corrective action methodologies.
• Preferred
• Ability to independently lead complex manufacturing and quality investigations.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Experience influencing technical decisions through data‑driven analysis and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, CAPA systems, statistical analysis, process capability studies, and manufacturing process controls.
• Ability to identify systemic manufacturing issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience mentoring technicians and less experienced engineers.
• Strong understanding of product configuration management and engineering change implementation.
• Ability to drive improvements in quality, productivity, manufacturability, and factory performance.
• Confidence to challenge assumptions, advocate for manufacturing requirements, and influence engineering decisions when needed.

Why Join Veeco?

A t Veeco, you'll work on technology that enables some of the world's most advanced semiconductor devices. You'll be part of a collaborative team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives results, and your contributions directly impact the products and technologies shaping tomorrow.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $76,000—$125,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.