Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer Thin-Film & PVD

VIAVI Solutions; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Bonus program

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions in Santa Rosa, CA, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop and evolve advanced manufacturing processes for thin-film pigments production. You will optimize production via data analysis, quality control, and continuous improvement while hands‑on with PVD, high‑vacuum systems, bulk solids handling, and safety systems.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, own value streams, and support NPPI from prototype to full‑scale production, ensuring manufacturability and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a related field.
• MS or BS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar related discipline.
• Proven track record supporting and improving manufacturing processes in an engineering role.
• Working knowledge of quality systems — PFMEA, CAPA, 8D root‑cause, SPC.
• Exceptional software & computer competency including MS Office and advanced Excel skills.
• Eligible for ITAR clearance.
• Fluent in English (reading and writing).
• Must be able to visually inspect, distinguish colors, and perceive depth and detail as required to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Process Development & Optimization: Design, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing systems and tools.
• Process Engineering Ownership: Own and lead assigned manufacturing value streams, ensuring effective manufacturing execution and continuous improvement.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Production Support: Provide real‑time support to the manufacturing floor, including off‑shift remote assistance.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in cost, quality, productivity, and safety using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Production Documentation: Maintain product BOMs, time standards, work instructions, and quality docs.
• Failure Analysis: Conduct root cause investigations and corrective actions using statistical tools; participate in CAPA activities.
• Training & Development: Create and deliver training to support process knowledge.
• New Product & Process Introduction (NPPI): Partner with R&D, quality, and customers to qualify new products for scale.
• Supplier Quality Engineering: Collaborate on raw materials supply‑chain.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

MS or BS in Chemical Eng, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Eng or related

Tools

MS Office

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

VIAVI Solutions in Santa Rosa, CA, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop and evolve advanced manufacturing processes for thin-film pigments production. You will optimize production via data analysis, quality control, and continuous improvement while hands‑on with PVD, high‑vacuum systems, bulk solids handling, and safety systems.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, own value streams, and support NPPI from prototype to full‑scale production, ensuring manufacturability and