Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – Tester II – Semiconductor Product Validation

As a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer, you thrive on improving processes, driving yield, and supporting new product introductions in semiconductor or high‑tech manufacturing environments.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, workflows, and operation sequences for semiconductor equipment and sub‑assemblies.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by collaborating with design and engineering teams.
• Initiate and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) for product and process improvements.
• Estimate manufacturing costs, define cycle times, and recommend tooling and process enhancements.
• Apply DFx (Design for Manufacturability, Assembly, Test) principles to improve yield, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and execute test procedures; support test specifications in collaboration with test/software engineering.
• Assist in test fixture design, validation, and sourcing activities.
• Analyze manufacturing and test data to drive continuous improvement and yield enhancement.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions for assembly/test issues.
• Conduct PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) for new and existing processes.
• Improve and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and manufacturing documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.
• Experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing, cleanroom, or high‑tech assembly environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, test methodologies, and process optimization.
• Hands‑on experience with data analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with DFx, PFMEA, and quality methodologies.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment.

• 100% onsite role in a semiconductor / cleanroom environment.
• Requires use of PPE (coveralls, gloves, safety glasses, etc.).
• Involves physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, and working with tools/equipment.

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Role

Location:

Texas

Compensation Range: $48,000 – $72,000

Full‑time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro‑rated for new hires), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. Medical, dental, vision, and various employee‑only benefits (basic life, accidental death/disability, short‑ and long‑term disability) are available.

Additional voluntary benefits and health savings or flexible spending accounts may be offered as per IRS guidelines.

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. The company may consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.