Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT—as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality, and a passion for success—join us today!

This position is located in Hillsboro, OR.

Responsibilities

• Requires a broad knowledge of manufacturing practices, assembly prints, and bill of materials to create manufacturing-ready documentation such as S.O.E.’s (Sequence of Events) and Assembly Process Workflow.
• Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to production staff.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates the manufacturing engineering portion of the system build.
• Prepares and/or modifies work instructions, BOM structures, and training curriculum.
• Ensures proper interdisciplinary coordination and effective communication on projects.
• Requires contact with customers and vendor representatives; attends and participates in customer meetings.
• Confers with engineers, technicians, customers, and others to discuss best practices in an effort to streamline build processes and procedures.
• Inspects completed systems; partners with manufacturing and quality organizations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Supports project production efforts to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Investigates customer or internal issues, determines the nature and extent of the problem, and recommends corrective actions.
• Assists in cost estimations and development of capital project programs for new equipment and major repairs.
• Evaluates and processes engineering change orders.
• Performs other duties as required; attendance is an essential duty of this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Manufacturing, or related field preferred with 2 years of experience in a related manufacturing/production position; or
• Associate of Arts (AA) in a technical field with more than 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or a related industry with a Bachelor of Science degree in the noted fields of study; or
• 5+ years of related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or a related industry with an Associate of Arts in a technical field.
• Working knowledge of a quick-turn, engineer-to-order environment.

Skills

• Lean Manufacturing Principles; Six Sigma Greenbelt preferred.
• Familiarity with semiconductor capital equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic work instruction software is a plus (e.g., Sequence).
• ERP system software experience.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite, with emphasis on Excel.
• Prior experience leading small teams to achieve project success.
• Good interpersonal skills: ability to work alone or in a team environment.

Work Environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull, and grasp.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to sit for sustained periods.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment.
• Prolonged sitting with some standing and bending intermittently during work hours.
• Subject to interruptions.

Environmental Exposure

• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• The ability to talk on the phone and use a computer for extended periods may be required.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.