Product Engineering Section Manager (SM1)

118-WW TMG MFG OPS; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SM (Sherman Fab) in Lenexa, KS seeks a PDE Section Manager, the second-highest engineering role in the factory, reporting to the Engineering Branch Manager. You will lead PDE engineers and technicians to optimize yield, support new product launches, and drive continuous improvement across production through data-driven decisions.

Candidates should have a strong background in process/test and device physics, plus leadership experience, with excellent communication and teamwork skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 6 years of experience in Product Engineering at the Device/Wafer level.
• Strong data analysis skills and AI data analysis experience.
• 1 year of leadership/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Yield optimization: analyze yield issues, identify root causes, implement corrective actions.
• New product launch: qualify and release new products to production.
• Production support: address daily production challenges and troubleshooting.
• Continuous improvement: lead productivity, cost reduction, and quality initiatives.
• Cross-functional collaboration: work with design and business units to drive yield improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

AI for data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Statistical tools

Design verification tools

Job description

Join the Revolution in Semiconductor Manufacturing at SM!

We're at the forefront of an exciting era of growth and innovation at SM (Sherman Fab), where our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are driving the production of a vast portfolio of semiconductor products. As we rapidly expand our capabilities, we're seeking a PDE Section Manager. Generally, the second-highest level engineering position in the factory, this role reports to the Engineering Branch Manager, and oversees and provides leadership to PDE engineers and technicians for,

• Yield Optimization: Conduct thorough analysis of production yield issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions that enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• New Product Launch: Collaborate with Business Units to characterize, qualify, and successfully release new products to production, ensuring a smooth transition from design to manufacturing.
• Production Support: Address daily production challenges including low yield disposition and process troubleshooting.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on productivity, cost reduction, and quality enhancement across the production process.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize statistical tools and production data to guide engineering decisions and process improvements.
• Design Collaboration: Work with design teams on product simulation, design verification and silicon debug.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Liaise with business units' product engineering teams to drive yield improvements through test program optimization, hardware enhancements, and setup adjustments.
• Failure Analysis: Collaborate with Electrical and Physical failure analysis labs to drive to root cause.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 6 years of experience in Product Engineering at the Device/Wafer Level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical background in process/ test and device physics.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with AI systems for data analysis
• Very strong problem solving skills
• Strong experience driving projects to successful conclusion
• 1 year of leadership/management experience
• Open minded to change, dramatic change
• Adaptable to change in direction and priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to stay calm at all times under stressful situations