Principal Industrial Engineer

FormFactor Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 94,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Profit-sharing bonuses

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. is seeking a Principal Industrial Engineer for its Service and Repair organization to drive operational excellence using Lean and IE fundamentals. The role balances hands-on production floor work with analytical tasks and requires travel between Beaverton, OR and Farmers Branch, TX.

Collaborate with Service, Operations and Engineering to implement sustainable improvements. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of related experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees), strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 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 applying Lean and IE methodologies on the production floor and in service/repair environments
• Experience with data analysis tools (SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau) and ERP/MES systems
• Strong project management skills and ability to travel 10–25% to multiple sites

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and IE methods to reduce waste and improve flow
• Develop capacity models for tooling, equipment, and headcount based on demand forecasts
• Analyze workflows to identify bottlenecks and improve turnaround time
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Drive data-informed decisions through metrics collection and visualization
• Partner with Service, Operations and Engineering to implement scalable improvements
• Manage projects from concept to completion with clear timelines and objectives
• Support standard work development and on-site validation of improvements
• Travel 10–25% to other Service sites for multi-site alignment

Skills

Capacity models

Continuous improvement

Data visualization

Lean manufacturing

Statistical analysis

Workflow analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

ERP or MES systems

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description

The Principal Industrial Engineer within the Service and Repair organization is responsible for driving operational excellence through Industrial Engineering fundamentals, Lean methodologies, data analysis, and structured project management. This role focuses on improving service processes, optimizing capacity, and ensuring systems and workflows consistently meet customer turnaround time expectations. This role can be based either at our Beaverton, OR or Farmers Branch, TX locations. This individual will partner closely with Service, Operations, and Engineering teams to identify inefficiencies, implement sustainable improvements, and enhance overall performance. The role requires a balance of hands‑on engagement on the production floor and analytical work, along with moderate travel to support multiple Service sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and IE methodologies to reduce waste, improve flow, and increase efficiency.
• Develop capacity models to determine tooling, equipment, and headcount requirements aligned with demand forecasts.
• Analyze workflows and process cycles to identify bottlenecks, reduce wait times, and improve turnaround performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address operational inefficiencies.
• Drive data-informed decision-making through collection, analysis, and visualization of operational metrics.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams (Service, Operations, Engineering) to implement scalable process improvements.
• Manage and execute projects from concept through completion, ensuring timelines and business objectives are met.
• Support standard work development and documentation to sustain process improvements.
• Provide on‑site support on the production floor to observe processes and validate improvement opportunities.
• Travel to other Service sites (approximately 10–25%) to support multi‑site alignment and improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s) in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Experience working in a Service and Repair environment.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing or test processes.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of ERP or MES systems.

Work Environment

• Split time between production floor engagement and computer‑based analytical work.
• Hands‑on involvement in operational environments to observe and improve processes.
• Travel required between Service sites (10–25%).

Skills

Capacity Models, Continuous Improvement, Data Visualization, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Workflow Analysis

Education & Experience

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| Required

Pay Range

$94,100.00 - $123,480.00

Pay Range Explained

This role in Beaverton, Oregon pays between $94,100.00 and $123,480.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations.

We offer a full benefits package, including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Paid time off
• Quarterly profit‑sharing bonusesFlexible spending or savings accounts

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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