Senior Engineer, Process Engineering (SMT)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, optimize, and maintain laser soldering and selective wave soldering processes.
• Lead process characterization, DOE, and root cause analysis for yield and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality to support NPI and mass production.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, and process technologies.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and FMEAs.
• Provide technical training and guidance to production and engineering teams.
• Monitor process KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support customer audits and technical reviews.
• Drive for process cpk improvement to meet cpk goal of >1.67 and stretch goal of >2.0.
• Drive for process yield FPY improvement to meet >99.5%.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing process field.

PREFERRED:

• Laser soldering and/or selective wave soldering processes.
• Experience with automation, vision inspection systems, and process control software.
• Knowledge of SMT, wave soldering, and reflow processes.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is an advantage.

SKILLS:

• Proficient in DOE, SPC, FMEA, and root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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About the Company

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.