Process Engineer I

Ultra Clean Technology; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology is looking for a motivated Process Engineer I in Hillsboro, OR, to support the optimization of industrial processes. You will contribute to improving production efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 1-2 years' experience in high-technology manufacturing. Join us in a diverse workplace dedicated to continuous innovation.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform tasks requiring physical dexterity.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and process qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support development and optimization of industrial processes.
• Assist with equipment design and process improvements.
• Contribute to process qualification and troubleshooting.

Skills

Basic knowledge in all process workstations

Familiar with Clean room protocols

Basic understanding of semiconductor Process

Basic Part Smart usage

Knowledge of coatings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Chemtrace TM

PVD, Etch, ALD, Diffusion tools

Job description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smartcar,and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Process Engineer I to join us in Hillsboro, OR!

The Process Engineer I supports the development, optimization, and scaling of industrial processes to ensure efficient production and high-quality output. This role involves assisting with equipment design, process improvements, and control system implementation while maintaining compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards. The Process Engineer I contributes to process qualification, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple workstations and technologies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• QGT/UCT Policy Training.
• QGT/UCT Safety Training.
• QGT/UCT Engineering Specific Training.
• Participate in Smelter rotation (1).
• Basic knowledge in all process workstations.
• Logistics, PartSmart knowledgeable and hands on experience.
• Chem Line Orientation and hands on experience.
• Blast Line Orientation and hands on experience.
• Familiar with Clean room protocols (familiar with all CR CDI tests) and basic micro contamination knowledge.
• Coatings orientation and hands on experience.
• Perfect Qual Program and does quals under supervision.
• Participating in CAPA FOI FMEA investigation.
• Basic Semiconductor Process knowledge.
• Basic OEM platform and part knowledge.
• Understands basics of Chemtrace TM, Ionic, and organic analysis.
• Understands basic statistical analysis/SPC.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge in all process workstations.
• Basic Part Smart usage & Searches.
• Knows most chemistries for most films on most substrates.
• Knows most media/pressure combos for most Ra on most substrates.
• Familiar with Clean room protocols, and Micro contamination knowledge Can perform CR CDI testing.
• Basic Knowledge of Coatings.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor Process (PVD, Etch, ALD, Diffusion, etc.).
• Basic understanding of OEM Platform and part knowledge (AMAT, LAM, ASM, etc.).

Educational/Certification Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent on the job experience In parts cleaning manufacturing.

Experience Requirement

Work Experience

• 1-2 years related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or related industry.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Criteria

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and office environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to move arms, hands and fingers.
• Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to talk on phone and use computer for extended periods of time may be required.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to noise levels.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computer etc.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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