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About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

Veeco is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will provide technical expertise for production tools, both internal operations and contract manufacturers when needed, to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets are met. Responsibilities include validating production processes, optimizing bills of material and proactively addressing re-occurring issues.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes and equipment to resolve issues permanently.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Support final test operations in troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical, and control related issues. Identify and implement permanent corrective actions to resolve these issues.
• Review and update production documentation to ensure proper methods and process control. Create new documentation as needed.
• Analyze and resolve technical and operational problems (8D analysis).
• Review and respond to technical queries from suppliers.
• Conduct production related design reviews, participate in manufacturing readiness reviews and tool risk reviews.
• Suggest and implement changes within Veeco's manufacturing environment, which includes, facilities, and equipment to increase the efficiency of operations (yield improvements).
• Execute engineering change masters (ECMs) in a timely manner, manage part non-conformance notifications in SAP, and address supplier deviations.
• Pursue initiatives to reduce scrap and improve production efficiency.
• Provide regular status reports on activities and projects.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (manufacturing, mechanical, industrial) with at least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in complex equipment or product manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience in product design and manufacturing a big plus.
• Previous experience in an Engineer to Order (ETO) is a plus.
• Experience with developing processes and managing low volume, high complexity product. Very large Bills of Material and lengthy product lead times.
• Knowledge of product designs, 3D modeling, drawing reviews a must.
• Experience with reviewing, vetting and implementing product design changes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks including evaluating internal & external quality issues, reviewing supplier change requests.
• Experience with Engineering Change Control process, reviewing potential design or obsolescence changes, identifying potential risks and putting actions in place to mitigate any identified risk.
• Ability to generate process documentation including Sequence of Operations, Method Instructions, and technician training.
• Strong skills in the use structured problem solving processes/tools to identify root cause, corrective action(s) and resolve problems. Ability to organize & problems and actions to lead cross functional teams resolving difficult or lingering quality or operational issues.
• Strong understanding of system architecture; semiconductor experience is a plus.
• Vacuum (UHV) and clean room experience highly desirable.
• Proficiency with SPC and process control methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to independently drive solutions and interpret technical documents (schematics, drawings, BOMS, routers, procedures).
• Ability to solve practical problems in manufacturing and deal with a variety of concrete variables.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $73,617 — $93,249, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 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.

Notice to Applicants:

All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.