Process Engineer

General Position Summary:

The Process Engineer will report to the Director of Operations and support the execution of manufacturing goals by leading continuous improvement on cost, process sustainability and new product/process developments.

Essential functions and Responsibilities:

• Driving and sustaining continuous improvement for volume manufacture of high precision and high power microelectronic analog products.  

• Configuring, programming, operating, qualifying, and sustaining the operation of manual and automated assembly machines (epoxy, solder, die attach, pick-n-place, wire-bonding, plasma cleaning, etc.)

• Identifying and driving cost down initiatives.

• Working with outside consultants, suppliers and contract manufacturers to identify and develop process and sustain/ improve current equipment capabilities.

• Overseeing the implementation and maintenance of customer and engineering documentation changes and internal change orders.

• Utilizes statistical tools to identify quality and/or cost improvements.

• Driving internal and external corrective action plans. 

• Working closely with Design team to ensure the smooth transition of new designs into production, including supporting pilot runs and full manufacturing ramp up. 

• Performing process level FMEAs as required.

• Performing Design for Manufacturability and working with Engineering on Design Rules.

• Performs other related duties as requested or required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• Proficient in CAD design tools

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

• Excellent technical, conceptual, and analytical skills

• Excellent problem solving and multi-tasking skills

• Excellent verbal/written communication and teamwork skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a dynamic environment

• Data driven with proven ability to apply scientific and engineering concept 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in die attach, wire bonding, SMT, hermetic/non-hermetic sealing, and soldering

• Experience with electronic materials, including conductive epoxies, encapsulates, solders, and ceramic substrates

• Experience configuring, programming, operating, qualifying, and sustaining the operation of automated manufacturing systems 

• Proficient in statistical analysis