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 based in Hillsboro, OR.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supporting the production build of various systems on the manufacturing floor.
• Plan and conduct independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of manufacturing techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Devise new approaches to problems; prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs.
• Monitor work for compliance to applicable build and quality standards.
• Create manufacturing-ready documentation such as Sequence of Events (S.O.E.) and Assembly Process Workflow using broad knowledge of manufacturing practices, assembly prints, and bill of materials.
• Provide technical direction and on-the-job training to production staff.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate the manufacturing engineering portion of system builds.
• Prepare and/or modify work instructions, BOM structures, and training curriculum.
• Ensure proper interdisciplinary coordination and effective communication on projects.
• Engage with customers and vendor representatives; attend and participate in customer meetings.
• Confer with engineers, technicians, customers, and others to discuss best practices and streamline build processes.
• Inspect completed systems; partner with manufacturing and quality organizations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Support project production efforts to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Investigate customer or internal issues, determine the nature and extent of problems, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in cost estimations and development of capital project programs for new equipment and major repairs.
• Evaluate and process engineering change orders.
• 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’s degree; or
• 5+ years of related experience in high-technology manufacturing (preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or a related industry) with an Associate’s degree 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 (e.g., Sequence) is a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP system software and Microsoft Suite, with emphasis on Excel.
• Prior experience leading small teams to achieve project success.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work alone or in a team environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Works in a manufacturing, clean room, and/or office environment.
• 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; some standing and bending intermittently during work hours.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Ability to talk on the phone and use a computer for extended periods.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.