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Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. This position provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on driving improved procedures and processes. We are searching for a self-directed, highly motivated engineer to join our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic team-oriented environment. The selected candidate will be given with the opportunity to lead and optimize Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing processes to ensure high product quality, stable yields, and efficient production. This role provides technical leadership in process development, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives.
Responsibilities include:
- Own and manage end-to-end SMT processes including solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, SPI, AOI, and related inspection systems
- Establish, maintain, and continuously improve process parameters, control limits, and operating windows
- Lead yield improvement initiatives and defect reduction through structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone, DOE, SPC, JMP)
- Drive new product introduction (NPI) readiness by providing input on stencil design, penalization, process flow, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA/FMEA/RCA)
- Conduct process qualifications and validations to ensure robustness and repeatability
- Monitor and analyze manufacturing KPIs (FPY, DPPM, Cp/Cpk, scrap, rework) and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Act as the technical escalation point for SMT-related issues during production interruptions or quality excursions
- Develop, maintain, and control documentation such as SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, and technical reports
- Provide coaching and technical mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
- Collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Test, APTE, and Supply Chain teams to resolve cross-functional issues
- Support customer quality concerns related to SMT processes and provide technical input for root cause and corrective actions
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through material optimization, waste reduction, and process efficiency improvements
- Support qualification and evaluation of new materials, equipment, and suppliers
- Participate in internal, customer, and external audits (ISO, IATF, customer audits) as subject matter expert for SMT processes
- Contribute to technology roadmap planning by recommending new tools, equipment, and process innovations
Minimum requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant Engineering background
- Minimum 5 years of process engineering experiences or relevant experiences working in a semiconductor manufacturing environment with SMT experiences
Preferred qualifications:
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
- Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
- Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
- Ability to take the initiative and drive for result
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant engineering field
- At least 5 years of process engineering experience or relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing with SMT experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions
- Strong time-management skills supporting on-time project delivery
- Ability to build strong, influential relationships
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
- Initiative and results-driven approach
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and annual bonuses are portrayed as a meaningful, formula-linked upside that can materially lift total earnings in strong years. An employee stock purchase plan with a discount further reinforces recurring, wealth-building incentives.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) match is described as a stable core benefit, with some references to additional legacy employer contributions and even pension-like elements for certain cohorts. This framing positions long-term savings support as a notable part of the overall rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is depicted as broadly comprehensive, with preventive care and access to HSA/FSA features cited as value-adds. Company-seeded HSA contributions are repeatedly characterized as an important offset to the plan design for those enrolled.
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