Manufacturing Engineer - Chip Production; Testing & Cleaving

Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of our production line by troubleshooting and resolving work order‑related issues in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting daily calibrations on cleaving and dicing equipment to maintain operational efficiency and annual calibrations on test stations to guarantee accuracy and consistency in test results.

Additionally, the engineer will monitor daily production quality for irregularities, perform data analysis to identify root causes of issues, and propose improvements to optimize the manufacturing process.

• Solve issues in work orders / equipment in a timely manner for smooth flow in the production line
• Perform root cause analysis on issues in process, then propose and implement improvements to prevent recurrences

• Feedback quality related issues to related personnel and propose possible solutions
• Perform routine calibrations on cleaving tools, dicing tools, test stations, and sorting tools to ensure consistency of product quality

• Work with various departments in the organization including IT and Production Control for process improvement and better production planning
• Perform data analysis to better understand the current manufacturing process and find possible improvements

• Create new and maintain existing SOP
• Provide training to manufacturing personnel

• Bachelor degree required, Masters degree preferred, in Material Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution
• Experience with chip manufacturing, micromanufacturing, or equipment automation is a plus
• Experience with the maintenance, calibration and operation of automated equipment
• Knowledge of Semiconductor devices
• Basic knowledge of programming, familiar with Lab View programming
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• Robust data analysis and problem‑solving capability
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills for successful intra‑group interactions
• Detail‑oriented and self‑motivated
• Ability to follow all cleanroom protocols
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability lift or move items weighing up to 20 pounds
• Assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Pick, pinch, type or otherwise work, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling

This position will be on‑site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offering the employee the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within the US
• Immigration sponsor ships (must be currently authorized to work in the US)