Process Engineer, Sustaining II - SiC Grinding

US01 Wolfspeed, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed in Durham, NC is seeking a Process Engineer to drive manufacturing improvements in a high-volume silicon carbide production environment. You will own the Grinding and Surface Finishing processes, work with Operations to resolve daily priorities, and advance safety, quality, throughput and cost.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with relevant process experience, strong SPC, troubleshooting and project management skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering or related field; strong foundation in process engineering.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements; proven troubleshooting ability.
• Proven ability to manage projects and drive initiatives to completion.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, proactive collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Own Grinding and Surface Finishing processes for SiC wafers across lines.
• Collaborate with Operations to resolve daily manufacturing priorities.
• Drive initiatives for safety, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.
• Document best practices and maintain manufacturing procedures.
• Install and qualify new equipment and sustain preventive maintenance.
• Support day-to-day manufacturing with troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Skills

Process engineering

Troubleshooting

Project management

Statistical process control

Communication

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Co-op / internship experience

Job description

Wolfspeed in Durham, NC is seeking a Process Engineer to drive manufacturing improvements in a high-volume silicon carbide production environment. You will own the Grinding and Surface Finishing processes, work with Operations to resolve daily priorities, and advance safety, quality, throughput and cost.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with relevant process experience, strong SPC, troubleshooting and project management skills, and excellent communication.