Process Engineer

Polar Semiconductor · Bloomington, MN

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Level: Engineer
Team: Process
Base pay: $77k–$90k
Degree: Required
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level process role at Polar Semiconductor (industrial) in Bloomington, MN.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: SPC, MSA / Gage R&R
Base pay: $77k–$90k

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Process Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $90k–$129k. This one lists $77k–$90k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 11 process engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Minnesota plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 10 other live process postings in Minnesota.

Base pay: About 31% below similar roles
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Lean 36%
Tooling 36%
Automation 36%
Root cause 27%
PLC 27%
New product launch 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for MSA / Gage R&R, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

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Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Polar Semiconductor
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington

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What you can do for PSL

•Disposition discrepant material in timely manner and respond to high priority holds.
•Maintain recipes that are reliable and accurate.
•Support manufacturing teams with equipment qualification and new tool startups.
•Be responsive to out of control events and react quickly with process groups.
•Assist in the development of key technologies.
•Support projects to drive continuous improvement in yield, operational efficiency, and cost.
•Facilitate training for technicians and production specialists.
•Analyze failed runs to identify the source of process errors and recommend process changes.

What PSL can do for you

•Opportunity to work on projects that touch all aspects of the organization.
•High visibility within the organization.

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What PSL needs from you

•Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related field.
•Knowledge of semiconductor processing techniques and statistics.
•Working knowledge of SPC, Gage R&R, and Six-Sigma methodology.
•Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) are a must as this role will require in depth cooperation with multiple functions and manufacturing sections.
•Skills in technical writing, computers, problem solving and organization.

What distinguishes you for this position

•Self-disciplined and highly motivated with experience managing multiple high priority projects.
•Experience with SQL, MS Access, or similar database systems.
•Please note that this position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements*

What We Offer

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.