Senior Manufacturing Technician (PSP)

Veeco Instruments Inc.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technician to assemble, integrate, and troubleshoot complex semiconductor production tools.

The role emphasizes mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and fluid systems, following engineering documentation to build equipment on schedule. The position operates on 1st shift (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM) and requires hands-on experience with wiring, plumbing, tubing, CAD software, and safety procedures, collaborating with engineering and production

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school preferred.
• 4+ years of hands-on manufacturing or equipment build experience, preferably in semiconductor, automation, or capital equipment environments.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and plumbing diagrams.
• Experience with stainless steel tubing, Swagelok and flare fittings.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of production equipment, including frames, subassemblies, motion components, and enclosures.
• Install and route electrical wiring, cables, sensors, and components per electrical schematics and build documentation.
• Build and install plumbing and fluid delivery systems, including stainless steel tubing, Swagelok fittings, flare fittings, and Teflon tubing.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and plumbing diagrams to execute builds accurately.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly, fitment, wiring, and plumbing issues during the build process.
• Identify and communicate discrepant parts, documentation gaps, and design issues to engineering and supervision.
• Accurately document build process, changes, and issues in assembly manuals and production logs.
• Support tool builds from initial assembly through mechanical completion, ensuring systems are ready for downstream activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to maintain build schedules and workflow efficiency.
• Occasionally lead or coordinate portions of the build process, assigning tasks and supporting less experienced technicians.
• Support the handoff of completed tools to the next production stage or shipping team once mechanical and assembly work is complete.
• Follow all safety procedures while assembling and working on equipment (lockout/tagout, safety logs, bypass tags, etc.).

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical wiring

Fluid systems

Reading schematics

CAD/SolidWorks

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Swagelok fittings

Teflon tubing

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

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About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

OVERVIEW

The Senior Manufacturing Technician is a hands-on technical role responsible for the assembly, integration, and troubleshooting of complex semiconductor production tools. This position focuses on mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and fluid systems, working directly from engineering documentation to build high-quality equipment on schedule.

Shift: 1st Shift | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of production equipment, including frames, subassemblies, motion components, and enclosures.
• Install and route electrical wiring, cables, sensors, and components per electrical schematics and build documentation.
• Build and install plumbing and fluid delivery systems, including stainless steel tubing, Swagelok fittings, flare fittings, and Teflon tubing.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and plumbing diagrams to execute builds accurately.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly, fitment, wiring, and plumbing issues during the build process.
• Identify and communicate discrepant parts, documentation gaps, and design issues to engineering and supervision.
• Accurately document build process, changes, and issues in assembly manuals and production logs.
• Support tool builds from initial assembly through mechanical completion, ensuring systems are ready for downstream activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to maintain build schedules and workflow efficiency.
• Occasionally lead or coordinate portions of the build process, assigning tasks and supporting less experienced technicians.
• Support the handoff of completed tools to the next production stage or shipping team once mechanical and assembly work is complete.
• Follow all safety procedures while assembling and working on equipment (lockout/tagout, safety logs, bypass tags, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school preferred.

4+ years of hands-on manufacturing or equipment build experience, preferably in semiconductor, automation, or capital equipment environments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to bend, plumb and integrate all tubing connections (stainless steel Swagelok and Flare Tek TFE fittings) according to a plumbing schematics.
• Knowledge of hand tools and light metalworking skills (drilling and tapping metal) required.
• Ability to navigate through different software programs such as Excel, Word, CAD, SolidWorks.
• Basic training in electronics and reading electrical schematics preferred.
• Experience with small gauge wire stripping, pin crimping, and terminating preferred.
• Experience with control software on automated machines preferred.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail with capacity to produce a high-quality work product.
• Requires frequent changes in positions while working, including frequent standing, sitting, and bending throughout the shift.
• Occasionally ascend/descend a ladder and lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime hours as required.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $49,692—$72,881, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants

All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process.