Sr. / Principal Process Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Optimize novel laser processes to deliver parts that have high dimensional stability.
• Lead significant projects around process improvement to enable scaling of manufacturing.
• Act as SME to assume responsibility for the process and optimization of system controls and data collection with a focus on continuous improvements.
• Suggest & direct hardware and software improvement activities to make better parts and systems for our teams.
• Lead process team to ensure that clear procedures are developed and followed and job priorities are properly set.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Materials Engineering, Physics (with a focus on materials, laser, or optics), or Mechanical Engineering, with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience. Experience with diamond, semiconductors, and ceramics is a strong plus. (To qualify for the Principal Level: MS + 7 years or PhD + 3 years of experience, highly skilled in multiple technical areas including wafer processing, materials engineering with an emphasis on diamond and/or laser processing, along with advanced statistical analysis applied to high-volume manufacturing. Demonstrated experience in handling multiple complex projects simultaneously).
• Understanding of how optical and contact-based metrology equipment works and trade-offs between various techniques to determine surface finish and product dimensions.
•  Wafer process development/manufacturing experience with Six Sigma/lean manufacturing/SPC/APC - Prefer JMP, R, and Python skills.
• The ability to create technical documentation is a key skill.
• Preferred experience: Exposure or experience with smart cameras or machine vision, experience with microscopes, and/or lens selection for machine vision, proficiency in motion systems (G-code/CAM), Six Sigma Black/Green Belt certified, and experience with laser process optimization.