Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer
FormFactor · Farmers Branch, TX
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior process role at FormFactor (industrial) in Farmers Branch, TX. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, FMEA, MSA / Gage R&R, CAPA, DOE
- Openings
- 3 with this title at this site
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $76k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 16 live postings that list pay, out of 68 process engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 67 other live process postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $76k–$120k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 46%
- Lean 32%
- ✓ SPC 26%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
- New product launch 26%
- Team leadership 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for MSA / Gage R&R, CAPA, PLC, Python, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: FormFactor in Farmers Branch
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Full description from FormFactorAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
1) Process Ownership & Reliability
- ◆Serve as process owner for assigned assembly/test tools (e.g., precision alignment stations, adhesives/epoxy dispense, curing ovens, bonders, electrical test stands/handlers and laser cutting).
- ◆Author and update standard work (setup, qualification, operation) and maintenance work instructions .
2) Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- ◆Apply 5 Whys , Ishikawa , pareto analysis, and fault isolation to resolve equipment , fixture , sensor , and software PLC/HMI issues.
- ◆Execute containment and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) ; verify effectiveness via run charts and capability checks (e.g., Cpk, GR&R for measurement systems).
3) Process Support & Continuous Improvement
- ◆Partner with Equipment Engineering to ensure equipment meets process windows (adhesive deposition, cure profiles, alignment tolerances, electrical test limits).
- ◆Propose and implement low-cost automation , poke-yoke fixtures, recipe optimizations, and error-proofing .
- ◆Participate in DOE and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment changes, capture learnings in the equipment history log .
4) Data & Documentation
- ◆Track uptime , yield loss by cause , first-pass yield (FPY) , cycle time , and throughput ; publish weekly dashboards.
- ◆Maintain calibration certificates , change control records , and risk assessments (PFMEA updates for equipment changes).
5) Safety, Compliance & Training
- ◆Ensure equipment complies with EHS (LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics, chemical handling for adhesives/solvents).
- ◆Train operators/technicians on safe operations, preventive checks, and basic troubleshooting; verify training effectiveness with observations and signoffs.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience | Required .
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Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift
The regular hours for this position are day shift.
Job Description
The Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer owns and optimizes assembly and electrical test equipment , used in the manufacturing of high-performing probe cards , to ensure safety, quality, and delivery (SQD) targets. Drive uptime , yield , and throughput by applying structured troubleshooting, preventive/predictive maintenance, and data-driven continuous improvement aligned with FormFactor processes.
Skills
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Electrical Testing Equipments, ESD Control, HMI Software, IQ OQ PQ, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Metal Bonding, Metrology, Precision Alignments, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Python (Programming Language), Reading Schematics, Robotics, SPC Charts, Structured Query Language (SQL), Vendor Management .
FormFactor Benefits
Benefits 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.
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