FormFactor

Automation Inspection Manufacturing Engineer.

FormFactor$110K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience, or 3 years with a Master's, or a PhD with no experience.
  • Proven experience in automation engineering and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong problem resolution skills and technical troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Expertise in defect and dimensional metrology, including optical and precision metrology.
  • Familiarity with creating engineering documentation such as work instructions and control plans.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection.
  • Design and optimize automated probe storage and handling processes.
  • Eliminate manual inspection processes by driving automation initiatives.
  • Provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment from development to production.
  • Analyze manufacturing data for opportunities in process improvement and implement solutions.
  • Train manufacturing staff on new equipment and improved processes.
  • Lead cross-departmental collaboration to resolve technical issues and promote continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and paid time off.
Full Job Description
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description:

The Automation Inspection Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection while driving manufacturing automation initiatives that improve quality, productivity, and cycle time. This position will lead the development of automated probe inspection and storage processes, eliminate manual back-end inspection activities, and provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment. The engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Wafer Engineering to implement innovative automation technologies and support New Product Introductions (NPI).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement automated inspection solutions for probe feature inspection.
  • Design, optimize, and sustain automated probe storage and handling processes.
  • Support the elimination of manual back-end inspection processes through automation.
  • Provide engineering support for automated probe insertion equipment, including process development, equipment qualification, troubleshooting, and production support.
  • Develop, optimize, and sustain semiconductor manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Support process qualification, validation, and implementation for new and existing products.
  • Establish and maintain robust process controls using Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability analysis, and data-driven decision making.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, FMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing procedures.
  • Support engineering change implementation (ECO/ECCB) and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
  • Train manufacturing technicians and operators on new equipment, automation systems, manufacturing processes, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Wafer Engineering to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide hands-on support during equipment qualification, production ramp, process validation, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects focused on automation, process capability, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.


Skills:
Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Defect Metrology, Dimensional Metrology, Engineering Process, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Measurement Analysis, Optical Metrology, Precision Metrology, Problem Resolution, Semiconductor Engineering, Technical Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting, Work Instructions, Writing Work Instructions

Education & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work | Required

Pay Range:
$110,700.00 - $145,320.00

Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $110,700.00 and $145,320.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You'll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

About FormFactor

FormFactor, Inc. is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full IC 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. FormFactor is headquartered in Livermore, California with operations worldwide.
Learn more about FormFactor
Size
2,293 employees
Market Cap
$1.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$78.5 million
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+14.9%
Revenue
$693.6 million
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