Photomask Process Engineer II - Production Optimization

Photronics, Inc.; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401k with company match

Annual bonus program

Equity compensation eligibility

Job summary

Photronics, Inc. in Brookfield, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer II to develop, optimize, and sustain photomask manufacturing processes. You will monitor process performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive corrective actions with Operations, Quality, and Equipment Engineering teams.

The role emphasizes process control, documentation, and continuous improvement, with travel up to 5%. On-site work is required at Photronics Brookfield office.

Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor processes and quality control practices.
• Familiarity with SPC, DOE, and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, modification, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, yield, throughput, and process stability.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing process performance using production data, test results, and SPC to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate and troubleshoot manufacturing process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain process control plans, specifications, and operating parameters to ensure consistent manufacturing performance and compliance with established requirements.
• Develop, update, and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures, process recipes, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide technical support and training to operators and technicians on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and established procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, including coordinating assigned tasks and supporting smaller initiatives to improve manufacturing performance.
• Provide support for new equipment installations, qualifications, and process-related troubleshooting.

Skills

SPC

DOE

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

SPC software

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Photronics, Inc. in Brookfield, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer II to develop, optimize, and sustain photomask manufacturing processes. You will monitor process performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive corrective actions with Operations, Quality, and Equipment Engineering teams.

The role emphasizes process control, documentation, and continuous improvement, with travel up to 5%. On-site work is required at Photronics Brookfield office.