BS in Engineering required; advanced MS degree preferred.
1-2 years of experience in semiconductor-related engineering is a plus.
Familiarity with Lean principles and methods is advantageous.
Experience in Factory Automation projects is preferred.
Strong knowledge of M365 products and programming skills in Python, R, or C++.
Responsibilities
Partner with area teams to identify and develop operational improvements.
Utilize a Scrum and Agile approach to project management.
Establish accurate production management systems for better operations.
Enhance operational efficiency of factory equipment.
Advance labor productivity through best practices and Lean methodologies.
Communicate business objectives effectively to area teams.
Engage in strategic capacity planning for equipment and staffing.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with global teams in the U.S. and Europe.
Opportunities for skill development in advanced manufacturing technologies.
Exposure to cutting-edge applications in AI, ML, and GenAI.
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing facility.
Involvement in Lean and Six Sigma process improvements.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
The Industrial Systems Engineer is responsible for multiple processes in a high-volume manufacturing facility. The position requires creating solutions to other parts of operations. This can vary from Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain to manufacturing IT.
Responsibilities may include:
Partnering with Area teams to understand area operations, identify improvement opportunities and develop solutions to meet Area Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost Goals.
Scrum, Agile approach
Establish and maintain accurate area production management systems to enhance ongoing operations (Capacity Modelling, RTD Dispatch, Fab Scheduling, Forecasting etc., as well as supporting business processes.)
Improving operational efficiency of factory equipment (OEE) resulting in improved cycle-time and/or increased factory capacity with minimal capital and/or operational investments.
Improving labor productivity through the development/deployment of best known methods and Lean Manufacturing principles.
Effectively communicate business objectives to the area teams. Provide goals and forecasts with clear linkage to factory objectives.
Strategic capacity planning – both equipment and staffing.
Collaborating with peers in Chandler AZ, Austin TX, and Nijmegen, The Netherlands to ensure consistent approach.
Defining requirements, business processes and completing user acceptance testing of various IE systems supported by the Manufacturing IT organization for both internal and external software solutions.
AI/ML, GenAI and LLM applications for operations
Individual should have the following attributes:
Strong analytical and creative thinking skills for effective decision-making.
Strong data analysis skills – to include working knowledge of statistics, SPC, ANOVA, comparative methods, and DOE. Experience through JMP, Minitab or similar
Strong communication skills – oral, written, and presentation.
Strong / Expert knowledge of M365 products including Copilot
Complex problem solving skills, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
Solid business acumen.
Strong inter-personal skills and ability to motivate team members.
Strong computer application programming experience such as Python ,R, or C++, SQL and some Business Intelligence (BI) experience such as Tableau, Power BI
Databricks experience is advantageous but not required
Experience in Factory Automation projects
Willing and able to wear a cleanroom suit, working in a clean room environment
Education & Experience:
BS or higher in Engineering. Advanced MS degree preferred. Other degrees may be considered.
1-2 year experience in semiconductor-related work in Engineering (IT, Device, Equip, Process, or Industrial) is advantageous but not required.
Experience in deploying Lean principles and methods is advantageous.
Experience in Fab Automation is advantageous
About NXP Semiconductors
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The company employs approximately 31,000 people in more than 35 countries, including 11,200 engineers in 33 countries. NXP reported revenue of $8.88 billion in 2020. The company's products are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. NXP is the co-inventor of near field communication (NFC) technology along with Sony and supplies NFC chip sets that enable mobile payments, as well as secure access to cars and buildings.
