Process Engineering Intern

MACOM; Milpitas (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MACOM in Milpitas, CA is looking for a Process Engineering Intern to join the Engineering Team. You will work with experienced engineers, receive mentoring, and tackle a defined project during a 12-week internship.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in mechanical engineering, materials science, or chemical engineering. Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks, plus data analysis and DoE, and precise documentation are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Baseline knowledge of mechanical and/or chemical engineering; semiconductor backend experience preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks required.
• Strong data analysis and DoE capabilities; precise documentation.
• Independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced engineers with mentoring and guidance.
• Complete a defined 12-week project with set outcome goals.
• Gain hands-on experience and receive training and supervision.
• Attend intern webinars and networking events; present project at a poster session.
• Document results clearly and receive formal feedback.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Data analysis

DoE

Documentation

Independent thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering

Tools

Datacon EVO220

JMP

3D printing

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Process Engineering Intern

Role Overview:

As a member of the Engineering Team, the Process Engineering Intern will work alongside experienced engineers providing mentoring, guidance, and introductions to colleagues.

This Internship with MACOM will help the Intern to gain valuable work experience in a key discipline, build professional relationships, and take ownership of a business-critical project.

During the 12 weeks each Intern will:

• Be given an individual and well-defined project with set outcome goals
• Gain hands on experience
• Receive excellent training and ongoing supervision
• Be invited to attend an intern webinar series
• Attend networking/social events
• Attend and present at Poster Session about each Interns project successes and pitfalls
• Receive formal, written feedback

Requirements:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar.

Prerequisite Skills and Experience:

Base knowledge of mechanical and/or chemical engineering, best with experience in a semiconductor backend (assembly) environment. Expertise in AUTOCAD and Solid Works designs is required. Good data analysis and DoE capabilities, precise documentation abilities, innovative, independent thinking and problem-solving skills will get you the internship.

Additional Desirable Skills:

• JMP or similar software to provide statistical data analysis for data based decision making. DoE (Design of Experiment)-understanding on how to setup and execute.
• 3D printing and modeling capabilities are great to have (machining capabilities).
• Good skills of visualization and creating documentation of your work and experiments. Accurate description and documentation of your data and DoEs is key for finding good solutions based on physical models and theoretical possible dependencies.
• Equipment knowledge of Datacon EVO220 or any other backend assembly equipment (SMT, Bonding, Laser Cutting,…) is a plus.

The Hourly Range for this position is $20 – $47 per hour. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.