Process Engineering Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Process Engineering Technician in Santa Clara, CA.

Summary:
This position will involve interaction with all aspects of design, test, and validation of advanced materials on second shift. You will work closely with lab management and engineers to support process development work. The Process Engineering Technician will be organizing and executing complex, detailed test procedures with input from engineers, manually load samples onto process tools, and will configure and run complex measurement setups using high accuracy test equipment.

Duties:
* Process Engineering Technician will perform laser cutting and backend device assembly operations
* Carry out complex Design of Experiments for process improvement on high-precision process tools
* Collect and collate data via multiple metrology instrumentation for engineering review
* Troubleshoot and address first-level issues on process tools
* Work cross-functionally to align with upstream and downstream processes for efficient WIP flow
* Generate clear, concise, and detailed pass-downs for continuity to next shift
* As a Process Engineering Technician, you will train junior members to current protocols in process and metrology according to standard operating procedures
* Provide leadership and direction for second shift: Interpret and disseminate process instructions to execute on complex experiments for fellow shift team members, ensuring clear communication across the floor

REQUIREMENTS:
* Technical degree, or relevant experience
* 5+ years of related experience in R&D, pilot or small manufacturing lab
* Comfort with cleanroom and controlled environment protocols
* We are looking for a candidate who will have a background in device fabrication within a controlled lab environment and experience with test methods
* We are looking for an experienced process engineering technician with excellent time-management abilities, strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, and hands-on experience in process operations
* Able to follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols
* Self-starter with time management capability and a can-do attitude

Preferred Qualifications:
* Previous experience with laser cutting on high-precision process tools
* Superior attention to detail to ensure precision and accuracy in all aspects of process execution and testing
* Experience with Mac OS X, Windows OS and other productivity tools
* Passion, diligence, integrity, and exceptional aptitude
* Team player with excellent conversational and written communication and negotiation skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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