Formfactor Inc.

Sr Manager, Process Engineering

Farmers Branch, TX · Senior

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About the role

Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge.
Shift: The regular hours for this position are day shift.
The Sr Manager, Process Engineering is responsible for leading all process development, optimization, and sustaining engineering activities across a vertically integrated probe card manufacturing operation.

Lead and develop a high‑performing Process Engineering organization covering fab processes, probe assembly, SMT operations, and new product introduction (NPI).
Drive talent development through individualized growth plans, skill-building, cross- training and succession planning.
Establish engineering performance metrics (yield, Cp/ Cpk, cycle time, OEE, defectivity) and drive continuous improvement.
Partner with Manufacturing Operations to jointly own output, yield, and cost targets.
Ensure robust process controls (SPC, DOE, FMEA) and maintain high‑yield, stable wafer‑type production flows.
Lead qualification and integration of new fab equipment, chemistries, materials, and automation.
Own all processes related to laser cutting, probe stitching, alignment, and mechanical integration.
Develop breakthrough process capabilities to improve probe coplanarity, electrical performance, and mechanical reliability.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Chemical, or related).
10+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, probe card manufacturing, advanced packaging, MEMS, or similar high‑precision industries.
Proven leadership experience managing engineering or technical teams.
Deep expertise in process engineering, statistical analysis, and advanced problem‑solving.
Experience in probe card manufacturing, MEMS probe technologies, or advanced micro‑assembly.
Familiarity with SMT, micro‑joining, precision alignment technologies, and optical metrology.
Experience with factory automation, MES systems, and digital twin s
Excellent communication and ability to influence at both engineering and executive levels.
Understanding of reliability testing, thermal‑mechanical modeling, and electrical test correlation.
Strong technical depth combined with practical manufacturing intuition.
Strategic thinker with hands‑on capability to troubleshoot the most complex process challenges.
Passion for team development, innovation, and continuous improvement.

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offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.

FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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