Process and Technology Engineer - (E3) - Tempe Spares Mfg, AZ, United States

Originally posted 24 July 2026 by the employer.

About the role

This role is responsible for designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. Key work includes collecting and analyzing data, executing hardware characterization, measuring film properties, and troubleshooting engineering issues.

What you'll do

- Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on difficult process engineering experiments within safety guidelines. - Perform hardware characterization on difficult systems and implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation. - Troubleshoot complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve difficult process engineering issues. - Measure film properties and interpret experimental data. - Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports. - Interact with customers to resolve process engineering issues and work directly with vendors and suppliers.

What you'll need

- Master’s or PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering or a related field. - Strong understanding of material properties, phase transformations, and microstructure-performance relationships. - Familiarity with failure analysis techniques including SEM, EDS, and XRD. - Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production environment, including willingness to support night shift production and global customers.

Nice to have

- 3+ years of experience in ceramic manufacturing, process engineering, or R&D. - Experience with CVD or other thin film deposition techniques such as PVD, ALD, or PECVD. - Experience with statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles. - Proficiency in data analysis tools including JMP, Excel, Minitab, or Python. - Experience supporting customers in high-tech industries and leading cross-functional projects under tight deadlines.

Skills: process optimization, hardware characterization, troubleshoot engineering issues, film properties measurement, customer engagement, vendor collaboration