The Role and Impact
As a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient development, ramp, and optimization of cutting-edge manufacturing processes integral to Intel's success. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include analyzing factory metrics, driving process enhancements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to sustain and improve manufacturing operations. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing tools and strategies that support high-volume production while solving complex challenges that enhance factory performance.
Business group
This position is part of Intel's Manufacturing and Operations group, which is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enable world-class semiconductor production. The team focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, sustaining factory operations, and driving efficiencies to support Intel's leadership in technology development and high-volume manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze factory metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive operational enhancements.
- Develop and sustain manufacturing decision support tools and methodologies.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define manufacturing requirements and optimize processes.
- Provide technical support during new product introduction (NPI) builds.
- Inspect and troubleshoot machinery, equipment, and tools to ensure operational efficiency and address deficiencies.
- Develop manufacturing plans, supply chain strategies, and documentation to enable robust production processes.
- Define requirements for automation systems and coordinate their implementation to align with factory goals.
- Partner with operations management and stakeholders to solve challenges impacting factory capacity and performance.
- Drive system enhancement roadmaps and support the development of factory reporting systems.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 0-1 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing processes, with demonstrated skills gained through internships, academic projects, coursework, or hands-on training OR a Master's degree in a relevant field with no prior professional experience.
- Proficiency in manufacturing process control, process improvement, and lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Foundational knowledge of good manufacturing practices and problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to analyze data and implement solutions to optimize factory performance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams.
- Experience in group problem-solving and disciplined execution in manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with manufacturing small form factor devices, automation systems, or related equipment.
- Enthusiasm for driving innovative manufacturing solutions and contributing to Intel's success.
Job Type:Intel Contract EmployeeShift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location: Malaysia, KulimAdditional Locations:Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/A
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 0-1 years of hands-on manufacturing experience OR Master's degree with no prior professional experience
- Proficiency in manufacturing process control, process improvement, and lean manufacturing methodologies
- Foundational knowledge of good manufacturing practices and problem-solving techniques
- Ability to analyze data and implement solutions to optimize factory performance
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams
- Experience in group problem-solving and disciplined execution in manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with manufacturing small form factor devices, automation systems, or related equipment
- Enthusiasm for driving innovative manufacturing solutions
Intel Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Intel and has not been reviewed or approved by Intel.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.
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