Staff Process Engineer

Renesas Electronics; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics is seeking a Staff Process Engineer in Palm Bay, FL to join our PAT Operations Group. You will develop and qualify high-reliability semiconductor assembly processes, advancing them from concept to manufacturing readiness for space-grade radiation-hardened ICs.

You will work across packaging and assembly technologies, analyze manufacturing data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mission-critical space applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Microelectronics, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in a high-mix environment.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and improve high-reliability semiconductor assembly processes.
• Identify and procure new equipment for process enhancement.
• Investigate root causes of assembly losses and develop methods to eliminate them.
• Analyze manufacturing data to drive process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the robustness of manufacturing systems.
• Support the introduction of new products into the manufacturing line.
• Provide technical expertise in support of customer needs.
• Validate and verify processes in the Quality Conformance Inspection (QCI) area.
• Design and qualify tooling used across various assembly processes.

Skills

5+ years manufacturing experience

CAD (Fusion 360)

Statistical concepts (SPC, Gage R&R, A

Manufacturing equipment experience

Assembly processes knowledge

Additive manufacturing

Mil-Std environmental testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Materials Science / Microelectronics / Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

Our PAT (Probe, Assembly & Test) Operations Group is looking for a talented Staff Process Engineer to join our team in Palm Bay, FL. We develop and manufacture Radiation Hardened ICs for the Space Industry — work that demands precision, reliability, and engineering excellence at every step.

In this role, you will develop and qualify high‑reliability semiconductor assembly processes and equipment, advancing them from concept through to manufacturing readiness. You'll work across a range of established and evolving packaging and assembly process technologies that directly support mission‑critical space applications.

Primary Responsibility

• Sustain and improve high‑reliability semiconductor assembly processes
• Identify and procure new equipment for process enhancement
• Investigate root causes of assembly losses and develop methods to eliminate them
• Analyze manufacturing data to drive process improvement
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance the robustness of manufacturing systems
• Support the introduction of new products into the manufacturing line
• Provide technical expertise in support of customer needs
• Validate and verify processes in the Quality Conformance Inspection (QCI) area
• Design and qualify tooling used across various assembly processes

Preferred Skills

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in a high‑mix environment is a plus
• CAD experience is highly desirable; Fusion 360 proficiency preferred
• Familiarity with Statistical Concepts as applied to manufacturing (e.g., Mean, Std. Dev., SPC, Gage R&R, ANOVA)
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Equipment such as XYZ robots, wire bonders, die attach systems, ovens/furnaces, and conveyor belts
• Familiarity with Assembly Processes including epoxy dispensing, underfill/film attachment, wirebonding, hermetic sealing, and related techniques
• Experience with additive manufacturing
• Experience with Mil-Std environmental testing

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Microelectronics, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Self‑motivated and conscientious with strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills

Additional Information

This position is 100% onsite in Palm Bay, FL.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.