Senior Engineer, Product Improvement Engineering

Entegris, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Hillsboro, OR seeks a Senior Engineer, Product Improvement Engineering to lead problem solving and continuous improvement for CMP polishing pad products.

You will own the technical path from problem definition through investigation, solution implementation, verification, and communication. This hands-on leadership role requires strong analytical ability, clear communication, disciplined time management, and the influence to drive teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science & Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years leading engineering projects or cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on with structured problem-solving methods (8D, DMAIC) and strong data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end resolution of customer quality issues, including 8D investigations and verification of corrective actions.
• Drive cross-functional engineering efforts across Operations, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D.
• Develop deep technical understanding of CMP polishing pads, processes, and materials behavior.
• Apply DOE and multivariate analysis to identify improvements in product capability and reliability.
• Communicate findings clearly to customers, suppliers, and internal leadership.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

Statistical analysis

DOE (design of experiments)

8D methodology

DMAIC

Communication

Project leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Materials Science

Tools

DMA instruments

TMA

Rheometry

mDSC

SEM

Job description

Senior Engineer, Product Improvement Engineering

The Role Entegris is seeking a Product Improvement Engineer (PIE) in our Hillsboro, OR location to lead technical problem solving and continuous improvement for our Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) polishing pad products. This role is responsible for driving end-to-end resolution of customer quality issues, leading cross functional engineering efforts, and ensuring our products consistently meet the highest performance standards. This is a hands-on engineering leadership role, not a coordinator position. The PIE owns the technical path from problem definition through investigation, solution implementation, verification, and communication. Success requires strong analytical capability, excellent communication, disciplined time and meeting management, and the ability to influence teams across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Customer Issue Resolution Own the full lifecycle of customer quality issues and performance requests, ensuring timely, rigorous, and transparent resolution.
• Serve as the primary facilitator of 8D investigations, driving clear problem statements, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and verification.
• Engage directly with our customer facing functions when needed to communicate findings, present data, and build confidence in solutions.
• Drive Cross Functional Engineering Efforts Lead teams across Operations, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Systems, R&D, and customer facing groups to align priorities and execute solutions.
• Establish effective meeting structures, ensuring clear agendas, action owners, timelines, and followthrough.
• Influence stakeholders at all levels to maintain momentum and accountability.
• Develop Deep Technical & Process Understanding Build strong knowledge of internal manufacturing processes, product design, and material behavior.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer applications and performance requirements.
• Identify process limitations and lead engineered solutions to improve product capability and reliability.
• Analyze Data & Drive Continuous Improvement Apply statistical tools, DOE, and multivariate analysis to uncover insights and validate solutions.
• Lead Continuous Improvement Projects (CIPs) focused on product performance, process capability, and longterm quality.
• Communicate Clearly & Effectively Translate complex technical findings into clear, concise presentations for customers, suppliers, and internal leadership.
• Document learnings and best practices to strengthen organizational knowledge and prevent recurrence.

What We Seek

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field. (BSE + 5 years, MSE + 3 years, or PhD preferred; equivalent experience considered.)
• Strong background in process engineering with demonstrated ability to analyze complex process–performance interactions.
• 2+ years of experience leading engineering projects and/or cross functional teams.
• Hands on experience with structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, etc.).
• Technical proficiency with material characterization tools (DMA, tensile, TMA, rheometry, mDSC, SEM) and ASTM/ISO standards.
• Strong statistical aptitude, including DOE, correlation analysis, and modeling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence without authority.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize across multiple projects.
• Ability to work in cleanroom environments and lift up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional evening meetings and occasional travel may be needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree with hands‑on research experience.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, CMP, or polymer materials.
• 5+ years of formal technical, operations or project leadership experience.

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.

• Competitive base salary range of $90,000 - $120,000 determined based on overall years of experience.
• 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.

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.