Process Engineer III

Summary:

• Support current manufacturing processes related to LTCC manufacturing including, but not limited to:

• Developing and refine LTCC fabrication processes including

• Green tape handling

• Via punching and filling

• Screen printing (conductors, resistors, dielectrics)

• Layer stacking and lamination

• Binder burn-out and co-firing (sintering)

• Optimize furnace profiles to control shrinkage, warpage, and defects.

• Establish/Update process document standard operating procedures (SOPs). ​​​​​​​

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program, troubleshoot & maintain manufacturing process equipment as required as referenced in the summary section.

• Support engineering initiatives in evaluating: print pastes, new equipment (installations) and recommends solutions both tactically and strategically.

• Initiate process improvements through effective evaluations of test/yield data and manufacturing defects and make adjustments to process equipment accordingly.

• Create, present, and obtain approval for capital investment programs.

• Work with Production to develop and direct opportunities that affect revenues, costs and processes.

• Prepares and submits reports, as required.

• Provides guidance to machine operators/production employees and shows alternate methods of solving or preventing process, business, or technical problems.

• Interacts with other functional and business groups or with outside vendors.

• Complies with Environmental Health and Safety regulations.

• Support and follow all ISO standards related to OnCore’s various Quality Management Systems. These systems may include, but are not limited to, quality, the environment, health, safety and security.

• Support all corporate and site 6S objectives.

• Perform all other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Experience/Education:

• B.S. in Engineering, Science or Math

• 5, or more, years of contract manufacturing experience within the Electronics Industry

• 3, or more, years of experience in: LTCC, HTCC, thick-film processing, or ceramic manufacturing

• Experience working within CFT (Customer Focused Team) Structure

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of ceramic substrate manufacturing processes, including tape casting, laser machining, screen printing, metallization, lamination, firing, and brazing.

• Understanding of technical documentation, manufacturing travelers, process specifications, and revision control requirements.

• Familiarity with inspection techniques, dimensional measurement tools, and quality standards for ceramic substrates and microelectronic assemblies.

• Knowledge of cleanroom practices, handling requirements for ceramic materials, and ESD-controlled manufacturing environments.

• Understanding of defect identification related to ceramic substrates, including cracks, chips, delamination, metallization defects, and warpage.

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.