Wafer Process Engineer

Role Purpose

As a Process Engineer in manufacturing, you will develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to support the efficient production of high-quality products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical and engineering-related problems, drive continuous improvement, and implement new technologies that improve production efficiency and reduce costs. This role is responsible for advancing fundamental process understanding and supporting the lowest practical manufacturing cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to line, department, and plant performance through active involvement in production support and process development activities. 
• Provide daily engineering support to manufacturing operations to maintain stable process performance, resolve issues quickly, and achieve production objectives. 
• Apply structured, methodical problem-solving techniques to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, reduce process variability, and sustain improvements. 
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects that reduce cost, downtime, and defects while improving yield, quality, productivity, and overall operational performance. 
• Develop a deep technical understanding of critical process steps through rigorous analysis and the application of engineering principles, including the relationship between process and equipment inputs and their impact on product quality and performance. 
• Use statistical analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), and other data-driven methods to solve process issues and optimize manufacturing performance. 
• Analyze process and equipment data using PI Vision and other machine-data platforms to support process monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. 
• Identify gaps in work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process setups. Lead improvements through documented change-control processes and ensure updated standards are implemented, maintained, and followed. 
• Support new product introductions through equipment installation, process qualification, documentation development, operator training, and process certification activities. 
• Develop and deliver training for production personnel on new equipment, processes, procedures, and best practices. 
• Document process knowledge and technical learnings through process development plans, engineering reviews, and ongoing knowledge-sharing activities to build organizational capability. 
• Establish and maintain Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in designated materials, manufacturing processes, and equipment technologies. 
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to engineers and problem-solving teams, including facilitating team activities and delegating tasks in pursuit of solutions. 
• Collaborate closely with operators, production leadership, and cross-functional partners to understand operational challenges, communicate priorities, and execute improvement plans. 
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Identify potential hazards, implement risk-mitigation strategies, and promote a strong safety culture throughout manufacturing operations.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related technical field. 
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Ability to convert routine data retrieval and analysis into a consistent, standard methodology. 
• Demonstrated ability to reduce process variability and identify the root causes of special-cause variation. 
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to facilitate problem-solving teams and delegate tasks effectively. 
• Working knowledge of process control and process discipline. 
• Sound judgment to determine when an existing standard operating procedure applies and when additional stakeholder input is required. 
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and support multiple internal customers. 
• Results-oriented approach with a strong commitment to delivery. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and graphing functions. 
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork in achieving common goals. 
• Practical experience with basic statistics and identifying sources of variation. 
• Production or technical supervisory experience. 
• DMAIC or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.