Process Engineer

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components essential to innovative designs in automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people around the world, though you likely do not know it.

Join us and help build The DNA of tech
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Vishay Barry seeks a Process Engineer to support day-to-day manufacturing operations within our RF thick-film semiconductor product line. The role focuses on improving process capability, optimizing equipment performance, supporting troubleshooting, and driving data-based improvements. Report to the Process Engineering Supervisor.

Job Location:

Vishay Barry is located near the Massachusetts / Rhode Island border in Attleboro, MA. This on-site position is at our 40,000 sq. ft. facility.

• Develop, refine, and sustain manufacturing processes for RF thick‑film products, including printing, firing, machining, metallization, plating, assembly, and inspection.
• Investigate process issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield, quality, and consistency.
• Conduct structured experiments to optimize parameters and reduce variability.
• Create and maintain technical documentation such as work instructions, process maps, and control plans.
• Support qualification activities for new materials, tooling, and fixtures.
• Support R&D for prototypes and first articles.
• Update routes/travelers in the ERP in alignment with process evolutions.
• Provide hands‑on support to resolve equipment, material, or process issues.
• Assist Maintenance and Engineering teams in evaluating equipment performance, sensor issues, calibration needs, and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Review data to identify trends or early signs of process drift.
• Use statistical tools (SPC, data trending, capability analysis) to assess process performance.
• Analyze production data to identify improvements in scrap, cycle time, and throughput.
• (Preferred) Write or maintain basic Python scripts to automate data collection, analysis, or reporting.
• Participate in Lean, 5S, workflow improvement, and waste reduction activities.
• Support CAPEX projects, equipment upgrades, and introduction of new manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational initiatives and process enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 2–5+ years of experience in a process or manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in semiconductor, thick/thin film, ceramics, electronics, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Familiarity with SPC concepts, DOE fundamentals, and root‑cause problem‑solving tools.

• Experience with RF thick film, ceramic substrates, metallization processes, vacuum or furnace systems.
• Exposure to CNC machining, dicing, plating, precision printing, or laser processes.
• Python programming for data analysis, scripting, or automation.
• Experience with manufacturing data systems (SAP, ERP) and basic industrial sensors.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs, and other resources designed to help you achieve personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. It is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer.