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We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.
- Enjoy doing things that people say can’t be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.
- Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.
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Here’s the Gist:
Wolfspeed’s Wafer Operations team is seeking an Equipment Engineer to join our team. In this role you will drive continuous improvement in the Global Materials organization through the installation of equipment and design of modifications. You will own multiple projects at one time and be responsible for the management of the projects. You will be responsible for tracking critical metrics and improving those metrics.
The person in this role will work a M-F, 7a-4p schedule in support of our 24x7 Materials operations at our Durham, NC headquarters.
The Day-to-Day:
- Manage capital expansion projects from budgeting to installation to production.
- Own continuous improvement projects aimed at improving yield, throughput, uptime, and safety.
- Run multiple projects concurrently with little supervision.
- Own toolsets and be responsible for tracking and improving critical metrics for uptime.
- Mechanical, electrical, networking, computer, coding, PLC, vacuum, and toxic gas troubleshooting.
This Job is Right for You if You Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
- 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably semiconductor
- Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work both autonomously as well as part of a team, taking ownership of tasks and projects
- MS Office suite proficiency
This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
This role requires the lawful ability to access technical data, information, and areas controlled by United States export control laws and regulations. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- Two years of experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably semiconductor
- Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team while owning tasks and projects
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
- Lawful ability to access technical data, information, and areas controlled by United States export control laws and regulations
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is often described as fair or decent in technician and operator roles. Compensation in some project management and security supervision roles is characterized as good.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA, FSA, and HRA options, plus EAP support. Wellness resources are highlighted alongside core health plans.
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Parental & Family Support — The package includes six weeks of paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Leave applies to new birth, adoption, and foster placement.
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What We Do
Cree | Wolfspeed is the global leader in silicon carbide technology and production, leading the worldwide transition from silicon to silicon carbide. Our product portfolio provides disruptive technology solutions that support a more efficient, sustainable future including electric vehicles, fast charging, 5G, power supplies, renewable energy and storage, as well as aerospace and defense. Our people are dedicated to driving a significant shift in the technology sector and creating a global semiconductor powerhouse. For additional product and Company information, visit www.cree.com.







