Process Engineer

S.E.H. America Inc.•Vancouver, WA

38d•$87,000 - $118,000•Onsite

About The Position

SEH America is seeking a 300MM Process Engineer to join their team in Vancouver, Washington. This role involves a hands-on approach to identify opportunities for improving the silicon wafer production process in a high-volume manufacturing facility. The primary function is to monitor and enhance safety, quality, yield, productivity, and cost by collaborating with operators, technicians, and peers. SEH America is committed to employee health and wellness, offering a generous benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, paid time off, education assistance, subsidized childcare and meals, and other recognition programs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Material or similar engineering discipline).
Minimum 3 years experience in a "hands-on" engineering role utilizing statistical data analysis techniques (SPC, Excel tools).
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret process data to make sound decisions.
Ability to work in a fast-pace and data driven environment where multi-tasking is essential.
Proficient at creating clear and concise presentations, reports, and process documentation.
Strong verbal skills to convey technical information to all levels of the company.
Ability to travel abroad for process investigations at other facilities (approximately 1 week/year).
Must be able to get a passport and travel to Japan.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
Project management skills displaying leadership and deadline achievement.
Experience with JMP.

Responsibilities

Identify and address safety risks within the production environment.
Monitor process data and respond appropriately to maintain quality, yield, and productivity.
Optimize production costs wherever possible.
Conduct engineering tests. Use data to quantify results and determine best solutions.
Provide technical expertise and project management with a hands-on approach.
Use sound judgment when determining priorities and balancing daily process/production support, project related tasks and outside department requests.
Analyze and interpret information using statistical methods to generate data-driven process improvement actions.
Lead or participate in root cause analysis or assist with Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA) as needed to provide recommendations, improvements, and corrective actions.
Collaborate with other groups to meet specific department and company goals.
Troubleshoot equipment and process failures and work with maintenance and production to resolve the problem.
Use lean manufacturing and 5S principles.
Understand, follow, and maintain detailed procedures and documentation as required by the company. Provide support and feedback to audits by customers, ISO, and internal auditors.
Maintain a professional presence with all levels of the organization.
Maintain positive and productive working relationships with employees and leadership staff throughout the company.
Adhere to SEHA Guiding Principles and participate in continuous improvement activities.
Perform other projects and tasks, as directed.