Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation · 2 days ago
Senior Supplier Development Engineer
Springfield, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expSilfex, Inc. is a leading provider of precision silicon components for the semiconductor industry. The Senior Supplier Development Engineer will support supplier development projects, focusing on designing and improving next-generation equipment and processes to meet business requirements.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Design custom machines, automation systems, and tooling
Lead full machine development cycles from concept to commissioning
Collaborate closely with machinists, engineers, project managers, and operations
Manage multiple concurrent projects with focus on quality, cost, and delivery
Guide and mentor engineers and designers
Interface with customers and internal teams to develop project requirements and deliver solutions
Proactively identify potential issues and engineer solutions before they arise
Balance engineering innovation with practical manufacturing and design conditions
Provides expertise in manufacturing processes critical to manufacturing at Silfex & subcontract partners (Silicon growing, grinding, drilling, electro discharge machining, lapping, polishing, bonding, cleaning, and metrology)
Manage and support suppliers to advance the state of the art for all applicable processes and equipment
Coordinate and oversee development activities with suppliers in developing products, equipment, and consumables to meet Silfex requirements
Lead problem solving at supplier sites as well as designing and conducting independent experiments and tests
Ensure Silfex suppliers’ manufacturing processes-domestic and international-are in place to produce reliable products in a repeatable manner
Assist in continuous improvement activities with supply base
Assist Supply chain team with long term development of suppliers
Qualification
Required
Hands-on machining background (former machinist, toolmaker, or similar)
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical discipline with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience, or a Master's degree in engineering or a technical discipline with 6 years of hands-on experience, specifically in manufacturing processes, machine design, and/or other machine shop practices
10+ years of experience with custom machine/automation design
Proven ability to design machines and tooling from concept through build, test, and install
Proficient in 3D CAD software (NX, Solidworks, Inventor, or equivalent)
Understanding of design for manufacturing principles, tolerancing, and real world manufacturing constraints
Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and develop proactive solutions (see around corners)
Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and committed to high standards of quality and accountability
Comfortable working in both design and hands-on build/test environments
Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, or motion control systems
High level knowledge of CAM software – Experience with programming/interacting with CNC controllers
High level knowledge of Fanuc automated systems with PLC ladder logic and programming languages
Proven ability to lead cross functional teams, managing project timelines and budgets
Strong project management, organizational and communication skills
Knowledge of process control plans, SPC, FMEA, and industrial problem solution techniques, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma working knowledge is desirable
Ability to travel up to 10% both domestic and international
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to production personnel, top management, and public groups
Ability to utilize computer applications such as Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet software, E-mail, Manufacturing software, and Statistical software
Benefits
Comprehensive set of outstanding benefits
Company
Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation
A Lam Research Company, providing precision silicon components powering global semiconductor innovation.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2006-10-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Brandee Randall
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Caryl Marvin
Sr. HR Business Partner
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