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Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Education Required: 4-year degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Management or related ... Knowledge of complexity of tools, processes, and people * Understanding of capacity constraints and ...

Education Required: 4-year degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Management or related ... Knowledge of complexity of tools, processes, and people * Understanding of capacity constraints and ...

Wafer Fab Supervisor

San Jose, CA · On-site

$84K - $134K/yr

Work very closely with maintenance, manufacturing engineers and provide daily update on ... Knowledge of complexity of tools, processes, and people * Understanding of capacity constraints and ...

Wafer Fab Supervisor

San Jose, CA · On-site

$84K - $134K/yr

Work very closely with maintenance, manufacturing engineers and provide daily update on ... Knowledge of complexity of tools, processes, and people * Understanding of capacity constraints and ...

Senior Wafer Fab Engineer

Salem, NH · On-site

$55.25 - $71.25/hr

The Senior Fabrication Engineer will manage the wafer processing operation in a semi-automated wafer fab with several manual operations involved, direct oversight of individual processes and ...

Senior Wafer Fab Engineer

Salem, NH · On-site

$103K - $134K/yr

The Senior Fabrication Engineer will manage the wafer processing operation in a semi-automated wafer fab with several manual operations involved, direct oversight of individual processes and ...

The Process Integration Engineer - InP Wafer Fab position is responsible for end-to-end ownership of Indium Phosphide (InP) wafer fabrication process flows supporting the manufacturing of DFB lasers ...

Troubleshoot challenging performance and yield issues in the wafer fab * Investigate the reason and ... Support Process Engineering to improve process stability and capability * Support Operations to ...

Troubleshoot challenging performance and yield issues in the wafer fab * Investigate the reason and ... Support Process Engineering to improve process stability and capability * Support Operations to ...

As a Wafer Fab Technician, you would be expected to: · Have had experience as an operator in a ... all processing. · Identify any malfunctioning equipment and generate maintenance request. · ...

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How much do contract wafer fab process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract wafer fab process engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer vs Contract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer?

AspectContract Wafer Fab Process EngineerContract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer
Primary FocusDeveloping and optimizing manufacturing processes for semiconductor wafersMaintaining and troubleshooting fabrication equipment
Skills & CertificationsProcess engineering, semiconductor fabrication knowledge, SPC, DOEEquipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentCleanroom environments, process labsManufacturing floors, equipment maintenance areas
Industry UsageCommonly employed in semiconductor manufacturing companiesUsed in similar settings, focusing on equipment performance

While both roles are essential in semiconductor manufacturing, the Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer primarily focuses on process development and optimization, whereas the Contract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer concentrates on maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Understanding these distinctions helps in selecting the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Wafer Fab Supervisor

Nokia

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Nokia rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 99 rated telecommunications companies


Job description

You will also support the initial startup of our new wafer fab facility, including the management of wafer fab operators between two manufacturing sites.      

Work shift: Shift 5 (6pm - 6am, Monday - Wednesday and alternating Thursdays) Eligible for a 10% shift differential

Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Flexible to work and provide support at two manufacturing sites
    • 5 + years in manufacturing management, industrial engineering, or equivalent with management career goals
    • Project management
    • Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere with a proven track record of performing in a high-volume manufacturing environment

  • Education Required: 4-year degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Management or related field, or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Supervision

This position will have the following primary responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day operations and logistics support for wafer Fab startup facility.
    • Work very closely with maintenance, manufacturing engineers and provide daily update on workstations setup, tools, qual lots.
    • Ability to multitask and set priorities with little guidance
    • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to communicate well with all levels (operators to VPs)
    • Excellent computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Database, MES systems) and analytical skills
    • Good understanding of SPC
    • Knowledge of complexity of tools, processes, and people
    • Understanding of capacity constraints and bottleneck management
    • Able to work in an extremely fast paced environment
    • Ability and willingness to keep to a schedule and do what it takes to meet a deadline

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