Senior Optoelectronics Process Development Engineer

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between.

With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service.

Salary range for this position is $110k - $140K per year inclusive of applicable bonus(s) and commensurate with experience. Standard benefit offerings available are medical (HSA/PPO) dental, vision, group life, AD&D, short and long term disability, EAP, 401K plus other voluntary options, as well as paid time off.

This Position is located at Samtec Microelectronics in Colorado Springs, CO

Our Process Development Engineers collaboratively work with Design Engineers, Product Engineers and Operations to develop and implement new manufacturing processes, which support next generation of Samtec Optics products. The Senior Optoelectronics Process Development Engineer leads complex engineering studies (DOEs, FMEAs), troubleshoots technical issues, and is a mentor to junior staff. The ideal candidate has broad experience with microelectronics assembly and optics manufacturing, to be able to consider the impacts upstream and downstream of process changes.

• Lead and execute experiments to identify key process variables using DOE type methodologies or other analytical methods.
• Develop manufacturing best practices, parameters, process windows, and work instructions that support new product development.
• Use Six Sigma DMAIC process or other similar methods to determine root cause/solutions to process challenges.
• Use statistical methods and conduct process capability studies to determine if the processes are meeting key process requirements.
• Develop process criteria to determine if new processes are ready for full volume production.
• Collect and interpret data from other technical and operating staff involved.
• Perform engineering calculations based on statistical data and utilize that information to drive process improvements and implement effective manufacturing strategies.
• Develop/research new manufacturing methods that help advance the company long-term.
• Provide general guidance, direction, and support to other departments/sites that utilize the same manufacturing processes.

The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.

• 5-10 years of experience in opto-electronics and/or microelectronics manufacturing, with an emphasis on process development. Experience with optical alignment also required, or alternatively, experience with other critical alignment processes – such as die attach to the micron level.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a creative mindset.
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, interpretation of drawings, CTQ and tolerance analysis (GD&T).
• Ability to support multiple projects and collaborate across departments.
• Self-starting, self-directed with very good influential, organizational and communication skills.

• Experience with opto-electronics module assembly is highly desirable.
• Six Sigma or Problem-Solving background is a plus.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is also advantageous.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics or a related field is required