Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smartcar, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT – as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations.

If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join us in Austin, TX!

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for assisting with supporting the production build of various systems on the manufacturing floor. Responsible for planning and conducting independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of manufacturing techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devise new approaches to problems, prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs, and monitor work for compliance to applicable build and quality standards.

• Requires a broad knowledge of Manufacturing Practices, Assembly Prints, and Bill of Materials to be able to create manufacturing-ready documentation such as S.O.E.s (Sequence of Events) and Assembly Process Workflow.
• Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to production staff.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates the Manufacturing Engineer portion of the system build.
• Prepares and/or modifies work instructions, BOM structures, and training curriculum.
• Ensures proper interdisciplinary coordination and effective communication on projects.
• Requires contact with customers and vendor representatives, attends and participates in customer meetings.
• Confers with engineers, technicians, customers, and others to discuss best practices to streamline build processes and procedures.
• Inspects completed systems; partners with Manufacturing and Quality organizations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Supports project production efforts to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Investigates customer or internal issues, determines the nature and extent of the problem and recommends corrective actions.
• Assists in cost estimations and development of capital project programs for new equipment and major repairs.
• Evaluates and processes Engineering Change Orders.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attendance is an essential duty of this position.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Lean Manufacturing Principles, Six Sigma Greenbelt preferred.
• Familiarity with semiconductor capital equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic work instruction software is a plus (i.e., Sequence).
• ERP system software.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite, emphasis on Excel.
• Prior experience leading small teams to achieve project success.
• Good interpersonal skills: ability to work alone or in a team environment.

• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Manufacturing, or related field preferred with 2 years of experience in related manufacturing/production position.
• Associate of Arts (AA) in a technical field with more than 5 years of manufacturing experience.

Work Experience:

• 2+ years related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or related industry with a Bachelor of Science degree in the below noted fields of study.
• 5+ years related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or related industry with an Associate of Arts in a technical field.
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