Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Veeco is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Horsham, PA team. At this location, we design, develop, build and ship semiconductor process equipment that enables technologies such as sensors for autonomous vehicles and components of emerging 5G systems. You will handle important aspects of manufacturing for both existing products and provide support on new product introduction from start to finish, ensuring that the design for manufacturing and quality meets best-in-class requirements.

• Participate and sustain the plant-wide implementation of the 6S program, driving enhancements in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to tackle manufacturing challenges, resolve issues, and implement lasting solutions.
• Develop and implement method instructions to enhance process consistency and efficiency, and provide necessary training to technicians.
• Proactively analyze quality and manufacturing data to drive improvement projects targeting root cause elimination of product quality issues.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by championing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, leading Kaizen events, and waste elimination projects to achieve measurable results.
• Actively participate in designing and developing tooling and fixtures to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate new process technologies, propose, and implement measures to boost productivity, quality, and reduce costs.
• Collaborate effectively with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve process or quality discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, utilizing "shift‑left" strategies to improve quality, achieve cost savings, and shorten lead times.
• Lead strategic sourcing projects to optimize resource allocation.

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree with no experience; or equivalent work experience.

• Capable of managing tight deadlines, multiple projects, and quick changes in priorities.
• Possesses direct, hands‑on experience in designing tooling and fixtures to enhance the manufacturing process.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems for manufacturing, with expertise in BOM, routing, and material planning.
• Capable of effectively communicating with employees at all levels, offering viable business solutions.
• Adept at comprehending complex mechanical and electrical issues and identifying their interconnections.
• Well‑versed in manufacturing methods, with familiarity in mechanical assembly, fixture design, and machining processes.
• Desirable experience in a highly technical production assembly environment, with additional project management experience being a plus.
• Experience in 3D modeling using Solidworks and/or AutoCAD preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Projects, etc.).
• Possesses good judgment and problem‑solving skills.

The expected salary range for this position is $69,937—$88,587, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay.

• 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. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.