Senior Engineer - Manufacturing/Automation Engineer

GLOBALFOUNDRIES; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor foundry is seeking a Sr. Factory Automation / Manufacturing Engineer to drive automation initiatives at their Essex Junction facility. The role involves project management, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on engineering tasks to enhance manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead projects for mobile robot deployments.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Design Software

Job description

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries Fab9, the world leader in RF semiconductor manufacturing in Essex Junction, VT, is seeking a Sr. Factory Automation / Manufacturing Engineer . The individual selected for this position will be part of the Fab9 AMHS Engineering organization with primary responsibilities focused on the Fab9 transformational initiative to automate wafer load/unload of fab manufacturing process equipm e nt.

Essential Responsibilities:

• D evelop and lead projects to achieve area-by-area readiness ahead of mobile robot deployments for innovativ e/ transformation al wafer load/unload enablement initiative

• Drive and/or support other Manufacturing Engineering initiatives as required

• E stablish and manage equipment /facilities project plans including schedules and budget s

• Integrate work activities for cross - functional teams including Automation E ngineering , Module Engineering, Operations, Facilities, E HSS, Change Review Board , robotic equipment OEMs

• Utilize 3rd-party automation simula tion models and CAD tools to design and validate automation areas

• Conduct cost-benefit analyses ( eg. , ROIs ) and make informed business recommendations

• Conduct risk assessments ( eg FMEA) and make informed business recommendations

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

• Other duties as assigned by manager

Required Qualifications:

• Education: B S in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or other relevant discipline

• Experience: 2+ years of industry experience

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, interest and inclin ation towards hands on engineering; ab ility to understand /affect complex systems

• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead tec hni cal projects in a m anufacturing environment

• Demonstrated a bility to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.

• Demonstrated ability t o effectively manage multiple concurrent projects and timelines

• Excel l ent /pr oficient commun i cation skills – Written and Verbal)

• Excellent documentation and technical presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in semiconductor M anufacturing /Process/Equipment E ngineering and Fab Operations

• Knowledge of semiconductor/silicon processing and clean room fundamentals

• Experience and proficiency with CAD design software ( eg . A utoCAD)

• Experience and proficiency with mechanical/automation simulation modeling tools

• Experience with factory automation and/or robotics , particularly new system deployment and start-up

• Experience in converting manua l (human-based) operations to automated systems

Expected Salary Range

$65,400.00 - $145,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law