Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Job Summary & Responsibilities The Senior Manufacturing NPI Engineer is a hands-on technical individual contributor responsible for establishing manufacturing readiness for complex optical and metrology systems. This role is critical in ensuring precision assemblies, optical alignment, and integrated subsystems transition successfully from development into stable, scalable production. The engineer will help shape NPI execution standards and act as a technical anchor for manufacturing during new product launches. Key Responsibilities Support manufacturing readiness for precision optical and metrology systems from early development through production ramp Partner closely with Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineering to ensure designs are manufacturable and serviceable Define and validate assembly, alignment, calibration, and test processes for optical plate and system-level builds Own pilot and engineering builds, including build planning, execution, and issue resolution Drive risk assessments, tolerance reviews, and process capability improvements for precision assemblies Establish standard work, tooling concepts, fixtures, and inspection methodologies Mentor Staff Manufacturing NPI Engineers and elevate technical rigor across NPI programs Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Optical Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting new product introductions. Proven track record of successfully launching complex systems into production. Compensation & Growth Base Salary Range: $92,000.00 - $138,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications. Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success. Benefits & Culture At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized. Equal Opportunity Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team. Export Compliance For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). #J-18808-Ljbffr Onto Innovation