Senior Industrial Engineer

Entegris; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Annual bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Health insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead safety, Lean, and manufacturing excellence on the Bedford floor. You will drive OEE, optimize labor and material use, and deploy scalable processes across production, with a hands‑on approach on the shop floor.

The role focuses on SAP/MES optimization, capacity planning, and continuous improvement to meet current operations and future growth, collaborating with cross‑functional teams for measurable gains.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Industrial Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in semiconductor or precision materials.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, including structured troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and Lean initiatives to eliminate waste and improve process flow.
• Drive OEE improvements, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Optimize SAP data, RCCP models, and production scheduling for efficiency.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, quality and supply chain.
• Lead digital transformation and transition from paper to electronic systems.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS in Industrial Engineering

MS in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

Job Title: Senior Industrial Engineer

The Entegris site in Bedford, MA is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Industrial Engineer to join our team. The Senior Industrial Engineer will lead initiatives to drive safety, operational efficiency, and manufacturing excellence across the production floor. The role is responsible for improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), optimizing labor and material utilization, and enhancing production systems through Lean methodologies and digital transformation. This individual will work cross‑functionally to identify inefficiencies, implement sustainable improvements, and develop scalable processes that support current operations and future growth. A strong hands‑on presence on the manufacturing floor is essential. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in manufacturing systems (SAP, MES), capacity planning, and continuous improvement while actively driving measurable performance gains.

What You'll Do

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Champion a safety‑first culture while integrating safety considerations into all process improvements
• Lead LEAN manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste and improve process flow
• Develop and enhance a visual factory with clear metrics, targets, and performance tracking

OEE & Equipment Efficiency

• Drive OEE system implementation, standardization, and adoption across operations
• Perform root cause analysis on OEE losses and execute sustainable corrective actions
• Improve equipment utilization and operational efficiency, including targeted improvements on PECVD processes (liner changes, changeovers, uptime optimization)

Production Planning & SAP Optimization

• Improve schedule adherence through SAP master data optimization
• Drive lead time reduction initiatives through workflow and system improvements
• Develop and manage Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) models in SAP
• Enhance rework, yield, and WIP visibility through system improvements and reporting

Material, Inventory & Flow Optimization

• Optimize WIP levels to reduce queue times and improve throughput
• Improve consumable and bulk material usage
• Drive inventory optimization strategies aligned with production demand
• Improve space utilization and storage efficiency

Labor Efficiency & Productivity

• Analyze and improve labor efficiency, ensuring accurate capture of all work
• Optimize labor work centers and reporting structures in SAP
• Drive labor productivity improvements with clear metrics
• Establish and track work cell performance targets and standard metrics

Digital & Process Transformation

• Lead transition from paper‑based processes to electronic systems
• Support long‑term MES strategy and implementation initiatives
• Improve data integrity and accessibility to enable data‑driven decision making
• Set visual factory model

Manufacturing & NPI Support

• Assess new product manufacturing readiness, including routings, BOMs, layout, and workflow efficiency
• Develop and implement Best Known Methods (BKMs) for production processes
• Partner with cross‑functional teams (engineering, operations, quality, supply chain) to drive alignment and execution

Execution & Leadership

• Actively work on the manufacturing floor to identify issues and implement solutions firsthand
• Lead cross‑functional improvement efforts with a strong bias for action and accountability
• Deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, yield, throughput, and cost

What We Seek

• BS or MS in Industrial Engineering or related engineering field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, ideally in the semiconductor or precision materials industry
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence, guide engineers and operations personnel
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability, including statistical analysis and structured troubleshooting methods
• Excellent documentation and technical writing skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly to executives, peers, and customers
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross‑functional teams

Outstanding Candidates Will Have

• Proven experience leading complex investigations, implementing process control systems, and improving stability and capability
• Expertise with Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving tools
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives
• Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and cleanroom requirements
• A continuous improvement mindset and strong ownership of results

What We Offer

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunities to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. 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.

• Compensation: $91,000 - $114,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Generous 401(k) plan with an employer match and no delayed vesting
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values‑driven culture with colleagues rallying around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

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.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID‑19. At Entegris, COVID‑19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.