Manufacturing Engineer 3

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex’s silicon components help make that technology a reality.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we are advancing the world. 

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Silfex, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits that start on your first day of employment. 

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Job Descriptions:

Essential Function:

The Level 3 Rapid Prototype Manufacturing (RPM) Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for developing, evaluating, launching, and continuously improving manufacturing processes for silicon and related materials. This role provides advanced engineering expertise across machining, lapping, polishing, clean‑room operations, and other critical technologies to ensure Silfex’s capability to deliver high‑complexity products with industry‑leading quality and efficiency.

This role is a key technical driver for the flawless launch of new products, owning the transition of parts and processes from concept and prototype through first article, qualification, and full production release using Silfex’s gated program launch tools. It ensures manufacturability, process capability, and specification compliance through deep collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

As an RPM member of the engineering team, the Level 3 RPM Engineer leads cross‑functional efforts to improve safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost performance. The position provides direction, mentorship, and technical decision‑making support for engineering peers, technicians, and production associates. The role champions Lean manufacturing, problem‑solving methodologies, design‑for‑manufacturability approaches, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

The Level 3 RPM Engineer plays a critical cultural leadership role by modeling Silfex’s Mission and Core Values, promoting a proactive safety culture, facilitating clear and strategic communication, and strengthening collaboration across departments. Through influential leadership and technical excellence, this role ensures Silfex maintains a competitive advantage in precision manufacturing, customer responsiveness, and new product introduction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety & Quality

• Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Engineering Manager, EHS Manager, and/or Director of Manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the Company Quality Management System and apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate.

Manufacturing Process Development

• Apply lean manufacturing concepts and structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 8D, etc.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing methods and sequences and recommend/implement improvements that increase efficiency, reduce cost, reduce waste, etc.
• Evaluate and test alternative products or materials to improve Silfex’s technical manufacturing capabilities, resulting in throughput increase, cost reduction, and yield improvement.
• Create manufacturing methods and inspection plans from customer prints to achieve specifications.
• Understand concepts of CNC machining and CMM inspection; coordinate with CNC and CMM programmers to achieve required specifications.
• Responsible for ensuring feasibility of manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.

Cross-Functional & Customer Collaboration

• Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB), recommending alternate process configurations that conserve material.
• Coordinate with customers on design changes for manufacturability.
• Work with cross-functional teams including Business Development, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations.

Measurement, Metrology & Process Control

• Take measurements using hand gages (calipers, micrometers), coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), and surface finish profilometers.
• Understand and apply process control (SPC) and measurement systems analysis (MSA).

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare reports and presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform tasks/duties related to special projects or assignments and assist senior engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department management.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline plus 5+ Years of relevant experience desired in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

• Advanced ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents, specifications, and customer/internal drawings
• Advanced application of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and inspection planning.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and ability to collaborate with or review CNC/CMM programming decisions
• Proficiency in Lean methodologies with demonstrated experience leading process‑improvement initiatives.
• Expert use of problem‑solving tools (A3, DMAIC, DOE, 8D, cause & effect).
• Strong understanding of SPC and experience applying Minitab/JMP for process capability and data analysis.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical/statistical techniques to solve complex manufacturing problems.

Leadership & Communication

• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and technical discussions with internal teams and customers.
• Ability to mentor lower‑level engineers in Lean, SPC, and problem‑solving tools.
• Comfortable interacting with various levels of the organization and with customers.

Project & Organizational Skills

• Demonstrated experience leading medium‑to‑large engineering projects, including planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or within teams.

Software

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access), and statistical software (Minitab, JMP).
• Ability to use data tools to perform advanced analysis supporting engineering decisions.

Culture:

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex, serving as a role model for others.
• Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is integral to everything we do. Champion safety improvement efforts by identifying risks, coaching safe behaviors, and supporting safety audits and corrective actions.
• Communicate boldly and effectively with empathy and respect, guiding cross‑functional collaboration vertically and horizontally. Influence alignment by communicating with clarity, transparency, and purpose.
• Lead the application of Lean manufacturing concepts and 5S by driving improvement activities, facilitating events, and ensuring sustainability of improvements. Mentor others in Lean principles and continuous improvement thinking.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, housekeeping, and 5S within work areas and ensure accountability for these standards.
• Foster an environment of teamwork, inclusiveness, and trust by modeling transparent communication, supporting change, and reinforcing high cultural expectations across the organization.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to handle or feel.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. 

The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 15 pounds and on occasion more within company lifting guidelines.  The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently working near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  The noise level in the environment is moderate.  Employee is required to meet all PPE requirements as outlined in Silfex procedures.

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company ("Silfex" or the "Company"), is an equal opportunity employer. Silfex is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.