Process Engineer

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Process Engineer will be responsible for clean room die and wire bonding equipment support, automated assembly process development, and some mechanical design capabilities to manufacture RF modules targeted at high reliability and space programs. The Process Engineer drives problem-solving, with the use of data to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify, change or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following: 

• Develop and maintain programming processes & tooling for automated assembly 

• Design mechanical assemblies and fixtures to support microelectronic assembly operations 

• Support all processes, equipment, and tools in a class 100 clean room environment 

• Review and interpret semiconductor RF performance specifications 

• Evaluate RF and thermal performance packaging process requirements 

• Provide timely support to clean room assembly technicians and operators 

• Develop new process Design of Experiments (DOEs) approaches with demonstrated results 

• Approval of end-of-project reports and Certification of Conformance 

• Works closely with program management to ensure customer requirements are met 

• When applicable, works and interfaces directly with the customer to ensure the accurate and timely exchange of information and status 

• Collaborate with other departments to identify risks and close operational gaps 

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve clean room performance 

• Collaborate with Quality to address quality concerns 

• Participate in ISO9001, ISO17025, AS9100 and DLA audits 

• Develop good working relationships with stakeholders, internal and external, to ensure effective communication of accurate, relevant, and timely information 

• Prepare, submit, and present periodic reports to multiple levels within the organization 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to do so. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen or permanent resident – green card holder) 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or commensurate demonstrated equivalent experience 

• Minimum of 3 years working in manufacturing with semiconductors 

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and materials 

• Experience in a clean room production environment preferred 

• Prior problem-solving training and/or certifications preferred 

• Experience in programming automated tools for assembly applications preferred 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with ability to communicate within all levels of the organization 

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of disciplines in a dynamic environment and motivate them to work together as a team 

• Self-driven, adaptable and resourceful; able to work under limited supervision 

• Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate vision into action 

• Experienced user of ERP systems (IFS, Oracle, etc.)/Advanced Planning experience  

• Computer and Microsoft Office literate (Word, Excel, etc.) 

Travel:       

• Minimal, less than 10% 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Described here are characteristics representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring bending, lifting of moderately heavy items and reaching.   

• Work involves conditions and elements that must be identified and analyzed to determine interrelationships with specs of the specific product. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Exposed to moving mechanical parts, and low voltage electrical circuits while on the manufacturing floor 

• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when in restricted manufacturing areas 

• Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring safety precautions typical of work office and manufacturing environment.  Personal protective equipment provided and to be used in designated areas.   

• Work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.