Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Farmers Branch, TX, seeks a Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer to own and optimize assembly and electrical test equipment used in high‑performing probe card manufacturing.

You will drive uptime, yield and throughput through structured troubleshooting and preventive maintenance aligned with FormFactor processes. Key responsibilities include owning equipment, updating standard work, performing root‑cause analysis, supporting DOE and qualification activities, tracking KPIs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance and root cause analysis.
• Ability to implement DOE and qualification activities for equipment changes.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned assembly/test tools and update standard work.
• Analyze issues with 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and CAPA.
• Collaborate with Equipment Engineering for process windows.
• Track uptime, FPY, and throughput; publish dashboards.
• Train operators on safe operations and preventive checks.

Skills

CMMS

Electrical testing equipment

HMI software

IQ/OQ/PQ

PFMEA

Python

SQL

Reading schematics

Metrology

SPC charts

Robotics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Electrical test stands/handlers

Bonding equipment

Curing ovens

Laser cutting

Job description

Forming Our Future togetherFormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.Shift:The regular hours for this position are day shift.Job Description:The Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer owns and optimizes assembly and electrical test equipment, used in the manufacturing of high-performing probe cards, to ensure safety, quality, and delivery (SQD) targets. Drive uptime, yield, and throughput by applying structured troubleshooting, preventive/predictive maintenance, and data-driven continuous improvement aligned with FormFactor processes.Key Responsibilities:1) Process Ownership & ReliabilityServe as process owner for assigned assembly/test tools (e.g., precision alignment stations, adhesives/epoxy dispense, curing ovens, bonders, electrical test stands/handlers and laser cutting).Author and update standard work (setup, qualification, operation) and maintenance work instructions.2) Troubleshooting & Root Cause AnalysisApply 5 Whys, Ishikawa, pareto analysis, and fault isolation to resolve equipment, fixture, sensor, and software PLC/HMI issues.Execute containment and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA); verify effectiveness via run charts and capability checks (e.g., Cpk, GR&R for measurement systems).3) Process Support & Continuous ImprovementPartner with Equipment Engineering to ensure equipment meets process windows (adhesive deposition, cure profiles, alignment tolerances, electrical test limits).Propose and implement low-cost automation, poke-yoke fixtures, recipe optimizations, and error-proofing.Participate in DOE and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment changes, capture learnings in the equipment history log.4) Data & DocumentationTrack uptime, yield loss by cause, first-pass yield (FPY), cycle time, and throughput; publish weekly dashboards.Maintain calibration certificates, change control records, and risk assessments (PFMEA updates for equipment changes).5) Safety, Compliance & TrainingEnsure equipment complies with EHS (LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics, chemical handling for adhesives/solvents).Train operators/technicians on safe operations, preventive checks, and basic troubleshooting; verify training effectiveness with observations and signoffs.Skills:Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Electrical Testing Equipments, ESD Control, HMI Software, IQ OQ PQ, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Metal Bonding, Metrology, Precision Alignments, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Python (Programming Language), Reading Schematics, Robotics, SPC Charts, Structured Query Language (SQL), Vendor Management.Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience | Required.FormFactor Benefits:Benefits offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementFormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as \"Remote\" in the job location.