Process Engineer II or III

Brewer Science, Inc.; West Windsor (NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Stock options

Educational assistance

Job summary

Brewer Science, Inc. in Rolla, MO is seeking a Process Engineer II or III to advance semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will evaluate and improve processes, conduct characterizations, develop experiments, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive yields and reliability.

The role covers process troubleshooting, safety compliance, documentation (P&IDs, SOPs), and mentorship for junior engineers, with opportunities to scale processes from lab to pilot to production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with 2+ years chemical manufacturing experience.
• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Process Engineer III requires 4+ years experience, or a Master’s with 2+ years, or PhD with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform product and process characterization.
• Analyze data to drive continuous improvement of products and processes.
• Coordinate the work of technicians or others as needed.
• Prepare process documentation, SOPs, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance process efficiency and yield.

Skills

Process engineering

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Process Engineer (level II or III). This position will be located in Rolla, MO.

Summary

Process Engineers evaluate, select, develop, and implement programs for product and process characterization, continuous product and process improvements, equipment design, and specific installation and implementation.

Responsibilities

Process Engineer II

• Perform product and process characterization.
• Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features that have precedents and require investigation of a limited scope.
• Complete assignments that usually include one or more of the following: testing of materials, preparation of workbook and process specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed.
• May coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
• Maintain accurate records of data, procedures, experiments, tests, and findings for future reference with record retention, which may include the use of lab notebooks.
• Analyze and utilize data to ensure continuous improvement in products, processes, and systems under the guidance of more experienced engineers or supervisor/manager.
• Prepare regular periodic reports that summarize outcomes, process improvements, achievement, challenges, and roadblocks.
• Participate in process troubleshooting activities and propose solutions to operational challenges.
• Support the implementation of safety procedures and guidelines within the manufacturing facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Learn and adhere to industry regulations and standards related to chemical manufacturing processes.
• Initiates action to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Design and conduct experiments to test process improvements and assess their impact on product quality and yield.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Provide technical support to production teams, troubleshoot process issues, and propose solutions to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols.
• Assist in the training of new team members and provide guidance on best practices in chemical manufacturing processes.
• Contributes new ideas to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Complete assignments that meet specified objectives and timelines with moderate complexity.
• May present project findings at internal and externals meetings.
• May provide technical guidance to technicians and other process engineers.

Process Engineer III

Same duties as Process Engineer II.

Additional duties as Process Engineer III

• May supervise or coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
• Responsible for design, specifications, and justification of facilities.
• Lead process improvement projects, from conception to implementation, to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and yield.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to scale up new processes from laboratory to pilot plant and full-scale production.
• Interpret, monitor, and analyze data from experiments and production runs to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions for moderately complex issues in non-routine research and data.
• Develop and maintain process simulation models to optimize unit operations and overall process performance.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and maintenance, to provide technical support that ensures seamless integration of process changes.
• Mentor lower-level engineers, provide technical guidance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Assist in project and product development planning.

Education & Credentials

Process Engineer II

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or

An equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Process Engineer III

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related science and 4+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or

Master’s degree and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans