Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer
The ideal candidate will support high-voltage, high-vacuum electrical testing and advanced detector manufacturing. This opportunity is ideal for engineers with experience in semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum systems, electron-optical components, or precision instrumentationwho thrive in hardware-focused environments. LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY PLEASE.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting of precision detector assemblies in an ISO 7 cleanroom
- Operate and maintain high-vacuum systems (10⁻⁷ to 10⁻⁶ Torr) and high-voltage power supplies
- Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical teardowns for root cause and failure analysis
- Diagnose issues including low gain, shorts, vacuum leaks, contamination, and alignment defects
- Support daily production, improve manufacturing yields, and reduce scrap
- Track and analyze yields using SPC methods and tools such as MINITAB
- Maintain test fixtures, oscilloscopes, electrometers, and vacuum controllers
- Contribute to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ISO 9001 quality initiatives
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required (ITAR compliance)
- 5+ years of experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Engineering, Physics, or related field
- Experience with semiconductor vacuum systems with high voltage and low current
- Must have test background, failure analysis, and be able to troubleshoot
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
- Proficiency with MS Office, MRP systems, and technical reporting