Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Join Veeco's manufacturing team and help scale production of a next-generation ion deposition platform that powers advanced semiconductor technologies. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in standing up and scaling production for Veeco's advanced ion deposition system in Beverly, MA. This is a highly visible, hands-on, floor-first role where you'll work directly alongside assembly technicians to solve complex hardware challenges, support early product builds, and transform evolving processes into scalable manufacturing solutions. Operating in a dynamic, high-complexity environment with multiple product configurations, you will serve as a technical leader driving production readiness, process optimization, and manufacturing excellence. This position offers exceptional visibility, influence, and the opportunity to become a key subject matter expert as production ramps and operations mature, helping establish the foundation for long-term manufacturing success.

Responsibilities:

• Production Scale-Up & Manufacturing Readiness
• Hands-On Technical Leadership & Problem Solving
• Process Development & Operational Excellence
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Manufacturing Excellence

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline with 7+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience. Experience supporting manufacturing, sustaining engineering, or production of complex electromechanical systems. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and controls-related hardware issues in a production environment. Demonstrated success leading root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions that improve quality, reliability, and manufacturing performance.

Preferred: Experience with semiconductor capital equipment, vacuum systems, thin-film processing equipment, ion beam systems, industrial automation, aerospace, medical devices, or other highly engineered products. Experience supporting low-volume, high-mix, high-complexity manufacturing environments and production scale-up activities. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certification. Experience applying Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles to improve manufacturability, quality, and cost.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Hands-on experience supporting assembly, integration, and final test of complex electromechanical systems in a manufacturing environment. Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, BOMs, GD&T requirements, and 3D CAD models; SolidWorks preferred. Experience troubleshooting vacuum systems, gas delivery systems, cryogenic equipment, motion/control systems, valves, controllers, and related hardware. Proficiency with structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and corrective action/preventive action (CAPA). Experience executing engineering changes, deviations, and rework activities within a production environment. Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing documentation control, and production data management (SAP preferred). Ability to thrive in high-mix, low-volume, rapidly scaling manufacturing environments with evolving processes and multiple product configurations.

Salary and Benefits: The expected salary range for this position is $94,000—$120,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. Other benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.