The Production Engineer II – Process position will be part of the Corvallis Production Engineering Team. They will support High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) systems, including both 55-gallon and 360-gallon filtration systems, as well as their principal auxiliary systems. They will be responsible for owning and improving standard production processes and developing new production processes according to internal and customer demand. They will document procedures, own process data charts, investigate and resolve excursion events, and generally move HVM production forward to meet the company’s goals. This role involves collaborating across multiple functional groups, independently managing competing priorities, exercising sound engineering judgment, and driving manufacturing improvements that require coordination across teams.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Own production processes for frequent, repeatable EUV photoresist batches on our HVM systems for worldwide customer delivery.
- Maintain flexibility to support and streamline standard and non-standard formulation production runs.
- Perform hands-on analytical measurements of in-process samples and other simple wet-bench chemistry, including use of laboratory fume hoods and inert gloveboxes.
- Communicate and engage with a diverse team of chemists, engineers, and technicians.
- Document data and ensure data integrity, demonstrating good quality control metrics.
- Independently analyze production data using statistical control methods, determine appropriate corrective actions, prioritize response activities, and lead implementation with affected stakeholders.
- Create and update controlled documentation of each process step.
- Improve data tracking protocols, including quality control metrics.
- Lead qualification of manufacturing changes by coordinating activities across Operations, Quality, Equipment Engineering, and other functional teams.
- Use quality management systems to escalate process deviations to material review board.
- Develop and update process and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) and work with equipment engineers to ensure capital projects fulfill Inpria’s scale-up needs.
- Establish Theory of Operation based on P&ID and work with engineering to implement controls.
- Develop control plans to enable programmable control of equipment.
- Create and modify equipment with logic controllers and enable recipe control through control systems.
- Coordinate and engage in engineering efforts to develop and modify equipment to enable experiments or batch production.
- Independently prioritize engineering activities to balance production support, process improvements, and project commitments.
- Work in cleanroom environments and practice clean handling procedures to minimize contamination.
- Provide evening, overnight, and/or weekend engineering support, pending business needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience within the semiconductor or chemical manufacturing industry.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate actively and effectively, both verbally and through written form.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated sound technical judgment in responding to manufacturing issues and process deviations.
- Proven ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and drive implementation.
- Experience coordinating work across multiple functional groups.
- Demonstrated ability to independently plan and execute projects with minimal supervision.
- Self-driven and proactive in achieving goals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
- Logistics experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.
- Experience with high-purity chemical handling in air-free environments beneficial.
- Knowledge of lithographic materials beneficial.
- Experience with PLCs and HMIs beneficial.
- Experience with JMP or statistical data analysis beneficial.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without the need for employer sponsorship.
- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to use a keyboard and mouse for computer data entry and/or analysis, and for presenting data.
- Ability to wear a respirator (upon training and certification) for processes that may require it.
- Ability to wear standard cleanroom attire in areas that require it.
- Ability to wear standard PPE in areas that require it.
- Ability to lift 20lbs.
- 40 hours/week or more may vary depending on the needs of the department.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds from floor to table height.
- 100% of work hours are expected to be onsite.
- May be required to work company-observed holidays to support operations
- Ability to support overnight production needs.
- Required to be available to support operations evenings and some weekends.
Compensation and Benefits:
Inpria offers competitive compensation including a bonus and an excellent benefits package:
- ·Group health, dental, and vision insurance with family coverage.
- Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability paid 100% by Inpria.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
- Thirteen (13) Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
About Inpria:
Inpria Corporation is the world leader in metal oxide photoresist design, development, and manufacturing. Inpria’s EUV photoresists enable semiconductor manufacturers to realize the full potential of EUV lithography.
Nestled against the foothills of the coast range, Corvallis, OR is consistently ranked among the country's most livable and family-friendly towns, offering excellent outdoor recreation activities in the nearby Cascade Mountains and Oregon coast.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Inpria is an equal-opportunity employer. At Inpria, we recognize that diversity of thought enhances innovation and problem-solving. Inpria is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment where employees feel respected, valued, and empowered. We embrace and
celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds each employee brings to our workplace.
Learn more at www.inpria.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired salary for this role?
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to accept or continue employment in the United States? (example:. H1-B)?
Education:
Work Location: In person
