Engineering Support Assistant

About the Role

An entry-level technical role supporting semiconductor manufacturing and assembly operations. The position assists engineers across multiple disciplines including process, package, product, test, quality, reliability, and manufacturing engineering. This role is designed for candidates beginning their engineering careers, particularly those with co-op or internship experience and an interest in semiconductor technology.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computer-based manufacturing systems to record data
• Analyze and process data pursuant to project goals
• Organize documentation and department records
• Perform computer-aided design, process-flow, manufacturing setup, and other applicable software support
• Adjust, calibrate, align, or modify equipment and record effects on unit performance
• Complete paperwork associated with testing and troubleshooting
• Follow defined specifications and reaction paths in the basic operation of equipment
• Maintain a well-organized and audit-ready work area
• Apply 6S, Six-Sigma, and LEAN concepts to practice

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Interest in engineering, science, math, semiconductor assembly, or related technical fields

Technical Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to utilize computer-based manufacturing systems
• Ability to analyze and process data
• Ability to perform computer-aided design (CAD) support activities
• Ability to work with manufacturing and process software
• Ability to adjust, calibrate, align, and modify equipment
• Ability to complete testing and troubleshooting documentation
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Preferred Knowledge

• Statistical methods experience
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge
• Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing concepts
• Understanding of 6S workplace organization

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize documentation and records
• Ability to maintain audit-ready work areas
• Ability to follow defined procedures and reaction paths

Benefits

• Outstanding low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage (Rochester pays 92% of the premiums for full-time employees)
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday
• Generous 401K match program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending account