Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering - Continuous Improvement

Entegris, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

PTO

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Reno, NV seeks a Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering – Continuous Improvement to drive site CI initiatives.

You will lead projects spanning equipment upgrades, data systems, quality, and EHS, collaborating with process engineers, operators, and maintenance to improve process control and stability. The role emphasizes data analysis, root-cause methods, and project management to deliver measurable cost savings and capital outcomes while ensuring safety and compliance in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/chemical/industrial engineering.
• 5–7 years of engineering experience.
• Proven cost savings and capital project experience.
• Project management ownership with scope, budget, and timeline.
• Experience with SPC and root cause tools like 5 Why, fishbone, FMEA.
• Industrial environment with automated equipment and manufacturing.
• Data analysis with SPC knowledge and control charts.
• Clear communication with operators, technicians, and cross-functional partners.
• Demonstrated ownership of multiple production projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects across scrap, yield, and quality.
• Develop data collection, storage, and reporting for process visibility.
• Manage projects from scoping to vendor selection and execution.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with process engineers, supervisors, and EHS to implement corrective actions.
• Document processes with SOPs, control plans, and FMEA to sustain improvements.
• Promote safe work practices and risk considerations in daily operations.

Skills

Data analysis

SPC

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering

Tools

JMP

Minitab

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering - Continuous Improvement

Job Description:

The Role: Entegris is currently seeking a Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering – Continuous Improvement to join our engineering team. This position will be based in our Reno, NV facility. This role will drive continuous improvement across the site’s portfolio. You will support a pipeline of improvement initiatives spanning equipment and process upgrades, data and systems improvements, quality and yield, and EHS, while staying close to day-to-day manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and execute continuous improvement projects which may span scrap reduction, output improvement, raw material sourcing improvements, master data accuracy, quality, and EHS.
• Contribute to system improvements, including data collection, data storage, controls, and reporting, to increase visibility into process and equipment performance.
• Manage projects of varying scope from project scoping through vendor selection and project execution.
• Analyze production and quality data to identify trends, quantify opportunities, and prioritize improvements; support the management and proliferation of the site’s SPC program.
• Partner with process engineers, production supervisors, operators, maintenance, quality, and EHS, and identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and stabilize manufacturing processes.
• Support process documentation and change control through SOP, control plan, and FMEA, to sustain improvements.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure all work is completed with appropriate consideration for EHS, quality, compliance, and operational risk, including the safe handling of hazardous materials.

What We Seek:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial, or related engineering discipline.
• 5 - 7 years of engineering experience preferred.
• Proven experience capturing and demonstrating cost savings and completing capital projects.
• Project Management experience, including ownership, scoping, budget, and timeline management to ensure on-time and within budget performance.
• Experience utilizing SPC programs and applying root cause tools such as 5 Why, fishbone diagrams, FMEA, and Pareto analysis to improve process control and stability.
• Experience in an industrial environment with automated equipment and manufacturing.
• Data analysis skills, including statistical analysis, data review, and structured root cause evaluation, with a working understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and control charts.
• Ability to communicate clearly with operators, technicians, supervisors, engineers, and cross-functional partners.
• Demonstrated ownership, follow-through, and management of multiple projects and in a production environment.

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher), with hands‑on experience applying Lean, DMAIC, 5S, and waste reduction.
• Very strong usage of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of JMP, Minitab, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated project management including scope definition, timeline tracking, vendor determination and coordination, installation support, and post‑implementation verification.
• Experience with factory automation and the systems that surround it.
• Experience working with hazardous materials, including safe handling, storage, waste, and related EHS programs.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision‑making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer:

• Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.