Process Engineer

Location: Lemont

Job Title:

Process Engineer

Job Description

This Process Engineer role supports a highly technical manufacturing operation focused on precision materials processing and production-scale process development. You will maintain and optimize specialized manufacturing equipment, drive process improvements, resolve complex technical issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure outstanding product quality, yield, and operational efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge, mission-critical technologies within a stable, growth-oriented environment that values strong work-life balance and provides competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

+ Maintain, operate, and optimize advanced manufacturing equipment used in precision material processing.

+ Support production activities by monitoring process performance and identifying opportunities for improvement in quality, yield, and throughput.

+ Investigate equipment and process-related issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

+ Support long-term equipment and process reliability initiatives to enhance uptime and consistency.

+ Work closely with manufacturing personnel, engineering teams, and technical specialists to address production challenges and improve throughput.

+ Assist with equipment modifications, upgrades, installations, and qualification activities to support new or improved processes.

+ Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and technical summaries.

+ Share technical knowledge with team members and assist with onboarding, coaching, and training activities.

+ Collaborate across departments to ensure timely communication, efficient execution, and alignment on production priorities.

+ Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, yield, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

+ Work with small, precision-built components and follow strict safety protocols when handling chemicals and process materials.

+ Interpret and apply engineering drawings, process specifications, schematics, and other technical documentation to daily work.

+ Use data analysis, reporting, or automation tools to monitor performance and drive process improvements.

+ Participate in testing, troubleshooting, inspection, repair, or validation activities for electro-mechanical and high-precision systems.

+ Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and adherence to controlled procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another related technical discipline.

+ Two or more years of engineering experience within a manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, electronics, or advanced technology environment.

+ Experience supporting complex production equipment and technical manufacturing processes.

+ Familiarity with controlled production or cleanroom environments and adherence to detailed operational procedures.

+ Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical information.

+ Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.

+ Comfort managing multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced setting.

+ Capability to work with small, precision-built components with high attention to detail.

+ Ability to follow strict safety protocols when handling chemicals and process materials.

+ Background or education in engineering or related technical majors, including physics and/or electrical disciplines.

+ Experience in a cleanroom laboratory environment within semiconductors, material growth, infrared, thermal, and/or electro-optical sensors.

+ Demonstrated flexibility with duties and a strong work ethic.

+ Ability to read and work from wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and operation sheets.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Background in advanced materials processing, thin-film technologies, semiconductor manufacturing, or…