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JOB TITLE: Process Engineer II

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORTS TO: Engineering NPI Manager/CTO

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the site Senior Process Engineer and NPI (New Product Introduction) Program Manager, the Process Engineer manages new products that enters the facility and helps determine the appropriate methodology required for each part and develops or assigns existing process specification. Additionally, the Process Engineer prepares and/or modifies existing work instructions. For new development qualifications, the Process Engineer will work closely with the site Senior Engineer and EH&S to ensure that all potential safety concerns have been taken into consideration and all risks to employees are minimized. The Process Engineer attends recurring Global Engineering & Cross-functional Team meetings.

The Process Engineer will work with customers to meet their expectations for new products. They will review, understand, and implement customer-supplied specifications as in line with internal established processes. Additionally, they will collaborate with third-party suppliers and vendors to develop necessary equipment and tooling specifications.

The Process Engineer is responsible for training employees before transitioning the product to regular production operations, ensuring they are proficient in all aspects of processing the new product. In accordance with Company’s Policies & Procedures, the Senior Process Engineer will uphold the highest safety and quality standards, while maintaining company values and prioritizing customer’s needs. When needed, the Senior Process Engineer assists quality investigations for customer or internal issues to help determine root-cause and recommend corrective actions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of site Sr. Engineer, direct the activities of Engineering Technicians.

• The assessment of incoming product utilizing Customer documentation.

• The set-up of new Process Specifications of Qualification jobs in house for processing.

• Updating legacy processes specifications to current processes as needed.

• Apply Engineering background and experience to design and implement gained efficiencies in all departments as needed.

• Audit all product-related documents received for conformance to internal and external specifications.

• Interpret Engineering drawings and sketches.

• Coordinate projects and track status using Engineering Project Management tools.

• Ensure quality of the work performed through diligent use of existing control processes.

• Prepare for and participate in customer audits.

• Create and update departmental procedures.

• Be a conduit for communication from Upper Management to Engineering Technicians, Production and Operations Staff.

• To understand what chemical reactions are taking place, (including dimensional changes and changes in the appearance of different alloy substrates) during chemical processing.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• BA in Engineering discipline and 1 - 3 years’ experience, or

• AAS in Technical discipline and 3 - 5 years’ experience, or

• High school diploma with Trade School certificate or College courses and 8-10 years’ experience.

• Candidates with direct application experience in Semiconductor equipment refurbishment will be given first consideration (include but not limited to: Chemical Processing, texturizing, mechanical assembly/testing, thermal coating in a production environment)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Business Travel up to 15%.

• Good working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.

• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel, Power-point and Word.

• In-depth mathematical knowledge is a must with familiarity of converting factors and units of measure (standard and metric).

• Be self-directed, adaptable and maintain a positive attitude in response to workplace change.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Understanding of blue prints and the symbols used on them.

• Auto-Cad or similar drafting software experience a plus, but not required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Promotes a cooperative Safety Team environment culture of mutual support.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally (less than 1/3 of the job)

• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the job)

• Continually (more than 2/3 of the job)

• Continually required to stand.

• Frequently required to sit.

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.

• Frequently required to work in confined spaces.

• Continually required to walk- up to 2 miles per day.

• Continually required to talk or hear.

• Continually required to perform repetitive tasks

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.

• Occasionally required to taste or smell.

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

• Occasionally work in high, precarious places.

• Continually work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including protective eye wear, hard hat, lab coat, gloves, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and respirators.