Manufacturing Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

Veeco is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. This position will spend a substantial amount of time working with the design team to identify and resolve manufacturability risks early, preventing issues from escaping into production. Ensure all manufacturing objectives-assembly, test, serviceability, integration, and teardown-are addressed during design. Develop all manufacturing processes, tools, and documentation to launch the design or implement changes with complete confidence. Drive process improvements and ensure risk mitigation actions are completed before production builds.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Design Engineering on new designs and design changes with the intent to vet the design and ensure all manufacturing requirements are achieved.
• Review BOMs, models, drawings, schematics, and system and component test plans for all designs. Ensure testing is successfully completed on new designs or significant updates prior to release.
• Ensure engineering deliverables are on schedule and escalate delays as needed.
• Identify and address manufacturability risks early.
• Provide actionable feedback and recommend solutions to design challenges.
• Integrate manufacturing requirements and best practices early in the design process.
• Review complete design solutions from mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Collaborate with suppliers on critical parts before final design release.
• Implement Design for Assembly (DFA), Manufacturing, and Design for Test (DFT) best practices.
• Identify critical inspection points.

Concurrent Engineering:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to systematically evaluate new designs and proposed design changes from a manufacturing perspective, identifying potential risks related to functionality, manufacturability, and lead time before they impact production.
• Champion the principles of concurrent engineering by integrating manufacturing requirements and best practices early in the design process, ensuring that all engineering deliverables meet both operational and quality standards.
• Facilitate cross-functional reviews of Bills of Material (BOM), drawings, and test plans, ensuring accuracy and completeness, and drive the resolution of any identified issues prior to design release.
• Ensure new product and design changes include complete solutions from mechanical, electrical, and software teams by attending concept and design reviews.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to optimize product design and specifications. Implement best known methods related to Design for Assembly (DFA), Manufacturing, and Design for Test (DFT).

Problem Solving:

• Analyze and resolve technical and operational problems using structured methods (Fishbone, 8D, SPC).
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Drive cost reduction, production method improvements, and product quality enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (manufacturing or mechanical) and a minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including experience with design.
• Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience leading and supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) processes from initial design concept through manufacturing and production.
• Experience in complex equipment or product manufacturing is preferred.
• Solid understanding of reviewing designs for assembly, test, integration/installation, tool teardown, modularity, and serviceability.
• Ability to analyze designs to ensure completeness across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and software disciplines prior to ECO release.
• Experience with SolidWorks Composer, tolerance analysis, design checks, and interference analysis.
• Experience using modular BOMs and designing reusable parts for maximum scaling efficiency.
• Vacuum (UHV) semiconductor equipment and cleanroom experience highly desirable.
• SAP enterprise experience a plus.
• Knowledge of design and quality tools to evaluate manufacturability and perform Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Experience with SPC and process control methodologies; experience using Minitab, JMP, or similar tools is a plus.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, depending on product lifecycle stage.

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Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $90,346 -$114,439,, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume torecruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us atrecruiting@veeco.com.