Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Ferrotec; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Matching

Flexible Work Hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Leadership Development

Travel and Hotel Discounts

Paid Time Off

Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Engagement & Appreciation

Job summary

Ferrotec is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to optimize and design production and inspection processes in a semiconductor-focused environment. You will drive process development, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across global teams.

You will establish standards, analyze equipment and workforce performance, and lead MES-related instruction and data analysis efforts, with travel to Asia as required.

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial, Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in manufacturing or industrial engineering (process development, quality/production/testing).
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment or contract manufacturing.
• Robot assembly, manufacturing, and testing experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with MES software and strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize production and inspection processes.
• Establish standards, evaluate equipment and workforce capabilities.
• Drive quality and operational excellence across global teams.
• Develop and document process flows, time standards, and OMS for MES.
• Lead failure analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with design engineering to resolve issues during NPI and scale-up.
• Travel domestically and internationally to Asia as needed.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Lean / 6S / continuous improvement

MES software familiarity

Education

BS in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Six Sigma knowledge

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Project

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Together we are a world-class diversified manufacturer with a commitment from our team to proudly provide pure precision solutions to our customers, delivering superior quality, value, and service.

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with a worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions. Please visit www.ferrotec.com for a list of office locations.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting and optimizing manufacturing operations by designing, implementing, and improving production and inspection processes. This role ensures the effective performance of integrated systems, equipment, and personnel through process development, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer establishes manufacturing standards, evaluates equipment and workforce capabilities, and drives quality and operational excellence. The position supports semiconductor and other industry products, collaborates with global manufacturing teams, and may require domestic and international travel, including periodic travel to Asia.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Responsible for selecting and maintaining the best material combinations to maximize quality and optimize manufacturing cost and efficiency.
• Analyze data and use all available resources to maintain product performance and meet quality objectives.
• Recommends manufacturing line equipment and fixtures based performing product process flow and time standards analysis studies.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to augment equipment qualification activities for new products and legacy equipment to increase productivity and enhance quality.
• Maintain, implement, and administer manufacturing execution system software (MES)
• Creating and changing manufacturing, assembly, and operation sequence instructions (OMS) for assembly process and MES software.
• Maintain, monitor statistics, and perform detailed failure analysis of failed equipment (production and RMA)
• Works directly with engineering, sales/customer support, technicians, and customers to perform detailed failure analysis and corrective action reports and activities.
• Work directly with customers, outside contractors, and vendors to accomplish manufacturing and
• operations project objectives such as BV (Build Verification) and witness builds for new products or improvement of existing equipment.
• Work closely with design engineering to document and resolve issues discovered during new product introduction and product release scale-up phases.
• Assist with ongoing development of factory acceptance criteria and methods for product final testing, qualification, and quality inspection.
• Develop machine and product measurement methods to ensure product quality and performance.
• Works directly on quality, 6S lean, and cross-departmental projects and related tasks as needed.
• Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.
• Achievement of objectives must include an over-riding commitment to quality that must permeate the areas of responsibility.
• Enable and Drive Change in the Organization.

Not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice at management’s sole discretion

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial, Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role including process
• development, quality control / quality assurance, production, and testing.
• Must have related experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and/or contract manufacturing.
• Specific experience in robot assembly, manufacturing, and testing a plus.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems software is desired.
• Must possess strong computer skills including Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Project management experience using Microsoft Project or similar Gantt Charts to monitor and manage task and projects status a plus.
• The ability to work with cross-functional teams simultaneously on multiple projects is required.
• Experience with continuous improvement, SPC methodologies, and data tools desired.
• Knowledge or certification of Six Sigma, 6S, and lean methodologies and practices desirable.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

With positive values, a productive atmosphere, and a commitment to excellence, Ferrotec encourages employees to maximize and realize their potential.

The salary range included in this job posting is relevant to applicants who reside or work in the Livermore, CA area only. Salary offers will depend on experience, knowledge, skills, education, and location. Actual salary may vary due to these and other factors.

Ferrotec is proud to offer a Competitive Benefits Package including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability
• 401K Matching
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Leadership Development
• Travel and Hotel Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Engagement & Appreciation Events hosted throughout the year.
• Virtual Wellness Activities and Classes are available to all employees & family members and Much More!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.