Shift Engineer - Semiconductor Wafer Fabrication

MACOM; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a Shift Engineer for semiconductor wafer fabrication in the United States. The role focuses on process troubleshooting, WIP management, and SPC-driven quality control. You will work with Engineering to quickly contain issues and drive continuous process improvement.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in engineering/manufacturing, a BS in Engineering (MS preferred), and strong problem-solving and communication skills. ITAR requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of engineering and/or manufacturing management.
• BS in Engineering; MS preferred.
• ITAR: US Persons only.
• MACOM Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line of defense for recipe corrections and FA errors.
• Balance 50% WIP monitoring with 50% troubleshooting process/equipment.
• Maintain process control using SPC tools and corrective actions.
• Manage Lot Processing status for released recipes.
• Collaborate with Engineering to address OOC/OOS conditions.
• Provide MT training and certification sign-off.

Skills

People management

Verbal and written communication

Semiconductor processing knowledge

Analytical skills

SPC proficiency

DOE knowledge

Structured problem solving

Team building and collaboration

Education

BS in Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting‑edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

Company Overview

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting‑edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Shift Engineer - Semiconductor Wafer Fabrication

Position Overview

This position is our Firstline defense for process trouble shooting in the factory. Performs routine assignments in the entry level to a professional job progression under direct supervision. Typically has knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts. Develops competence by performing structured work assignments. Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as the first line of defense for recipe corrections and FA (Failure Analysis) errors, ensuring issues are identified, investigated, and resolved promptly to minimize production impact and maintain process integrity.
• Effectively balances responsibilities between production support and problem-solving activities, dedicating approximately 50% of time to monitoring and managing WIP (Work in Process) and 50% to troubleshooting process, equipment, and product-related issues to sustain operational efficiency.
• Maintains robust process control through Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools and methodologies, proactively monitoring process performance, identifying trends, and taking corrective actions to prevent deviations and improve yield.
• Manages Lot Processing (LP) status for released recipes, ensuring recipe compliance, documentation accuracy, and timely updates to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Collaborates closely with the Engineering team to identify, communicate, and address potential Out-of-Control (OOC) and Out-of-Specification (OOS) conditions, facilitating rapid containment and resolution while driving continuous process improvement.
• Provides Manufacturing Technician (MT) training and certification sign-off, ensuring technicians are properly trained, qualified, and capable of executing processes consistently while adhering to established procedures and quality standards.
• Key Impact: Through proactive process monitoring, technical troubleshooting, cross-functional collaboration, and workforce development, this role helps maintain process stability, reduce manufacturing disruptions, improve product quality, and enhance overall operational performance.

Key Competencies & Skills required

• Excellent people management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of semiconductor processing and basic device physics.
• Result driven Mindset
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excel and Power point proficiency
• Proficient with statistical methods used in manufacturing: SPC, DOE.
• Proficient in Structured Problem Solving
• Great Team builder, Collaborator and Problem solver

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Min 5 years of engineering and/or manufacturing management.
• Required BS in Engineering.MS preferred

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

EEO

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits:

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.