ON Semiconductor

Senior Factory Automation Engineer

ON Semiconductor$75K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Manufacturing, or related)
  • Strong experience in factory automation and systems integration
  • Hands-on experience with Python and automation software
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept through production deployment
  • Strong cross-functional communication and technical leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and deployment of AI/ML-based defect detection systems
  • Develop Python-based computer vision pipelines for wafer inspection
  • Train AI models with curated defect datasets
  • Design custom 3D-printed hardware for cleanroom applications
  • Act as a technical integrator between various departments
  • Integrate vision outputs with enterprise platforms for defect visibility
  • Support engineering teams with automated root cause analysis workflows
  • Oversee automation initiatives related to AGV/AMR robotics

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement
  • Support for sustainability initiatives in manufacturing
  • Focus on advanced technology and innovation in semiconductor processes
  • Strong emphasis on safety compliance and environmental health standards
Full Job Description
Job Description

onsemi is seeking a Senior Factory Automation Engineer at our Hopewell Junction, NY, Site. This role is responsible for designing, deploying, and sustaining advanced automation and AI-enabled solutions in semiconductor manufacturing. This role focuses on transitioning AI and automation initiatives from proof-of-concept into fully integrated, production-ready systems that improve yield, reliability, safety, and operational efficiency across Post-Fab manufacturing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design, integration, and deployment of AI/ML-based in-situ defect detection systems within manufacturing tools
  • Develop and maintain Python-based computer vision pipelines tailored to wafer inspection use cases
  • Train AI models using curated defect datasets and bounding-box annotations
  • Design and fabricate custom 3D-printed hardware for cleanroom and in-tool imaging applications
  • Act as the technical integrator between Manufacturing, Engineering, IT/CIM, and Data Systems
  • Integrate vision outputs with enterprise platforms (e.g., Klarity, Shiny) to enable automated holds and defect visibility
  • Support downstream engineering teams by enabling automated root cause analysis workflows
  • Own automation initiatives involving AGV/AMR robotics, including vendor selection, pilot execution, FAT/SAT, and scale deployment
  • Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and EHS requirements
  • Contribute to advanced manufacturing and sustainability initiatives, including yield improvement, cost reduction, and greenhouse gas reduction


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Manufacturing, or related)
  • Strong experience in factory automation, systems integration, or manufacturing engineering
  • Hands-on experience with Python, automation software, or data-driven systems
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept through production deployment
  • Strong cross-functional communication and technical leadership skills

Preferred Experience
  • AI/ML and computer vision in manufacturing environments
  • Robotics and automated material handling systems (AGV/AMR)
  • Semiconductor manufacturing or cleanroom environments
  • Custom hardware design or additive manufacturing

Salary: onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is$75.300 to $120,400 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses.The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of the internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package. https://www.onsemi.com/site/pdf/Benefits-Summary-USA.pdf

More details about our company benefits can be found here:

https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

About ON Semiconductor

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Size
30,000 employees
Market Cap
$26.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$234.2 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
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