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Knowles Precision Devices · 10 hours ago

Sr. Process Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Knowles Precision Devices is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to work closely with Engineering, Production, QA, and R&D teams. The role focuses on high volume MLCC process development and optimization, introducing new automated assembly equipment and ensuring stable, high-yielding processes.

ElectronicsIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing

Responsibilities

Responsible for MLCC new installed automation line, process development, equip maintenance and debug

Responsible for creating MLCC Mylar caster, printer, blanker, stacker machine program, key process parameters set up, SPC control, process window DoE, machine debug and Process documentation

Work with other process and equipment engineer to support process flow, analyze data to identify root causes of failures, and opportunities for process optimization. Work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions

Ability to interpret cap test results and correlate them with physical assembly defects or process deviations

Train technicians and junior engineers on automated equipment operation, and safety protocols. Provide technical leadership within the engineering team

Oversee daily engineering support to manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, throughput, and cost reduction

Qualification

MLCC process developmentAutomated assembly equipmentData analysisSemiconductor Industry experienceCeramic capacitor manufacturingAnalytical thinkingLean manufacturingProblem-solvingCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering, or equivalent

Minimum 5 years' experience in Semiconductor Industry, prefer to have background of cleaning room experience with automated machine program, process window and parameter set up, machine debug and fix

Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills

Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and mentor junior engineers or technicians

Understanding of ceramic capacitor or electronic component manufacturing processes

Excellent data analysis, DOE, SPC and lean manufacturing skills

Preferred

Hands-on experience with capacitor assembly processes preferred, including electrode stacking, sintering, termination, screen printer, blanker, stacker, press, dispensing, AOI, TnR, CSAM