Plasma Etch/Metro/RTP RAMP Manufacturing Engineer (SM1)
Texas Instruments · Sherman, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Texas Instruments (industrial) in Sherman, TX.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- SPC, MES
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $85k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 44 live postings that list pay, out of 237 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 236 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$132k, from 44 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 45%
- Root cause 43%
- Automation 35%
- Lean 35%
- New product launch 33%
- ✓ SPC 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Texas Instruments in Sherman
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Full description from Texas InstrumentsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
of a Ramp Manufacturing Process Engineer in this role include
- ◆Drive manufacturing ramp and
qualifications
of new toolsets across 300mm Plasma, Metrology and RTP processes to meet Fab program objectives and timelines.
- ✓Engage with cross-disciplinary teams including quality, process integration, equipment engineering and external vendors to qualify new toolsets and ensure process stability on released processes.
- ✓Execution of equipment/process startup strategy including process experiments (SWRs), engineering changes documentation (ECNs) and change control board approval (CCB).
- ✓Document and fanout best known methods and systematic findings to improve ramp efficiency and reduce repeat ramp bottlenecks in a continuous manner.
- ✓Advanced understanding and utilization of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Fault Detection (FD), SPC tools and Process Conversion Documentation.
- ✓Develop and implement improved methods of manufacturing, procedures, and processes that result in improved efficiencies, yields, machine operations, and quality.
- ✓Implement project or improvement plans for areas of responsibility, such as: efficiency improvements, cost reduction or quality improvement programs, new product support and other process improvements
- ✓Perform lot and equipment dispositions to support the continuous flow of production and to minimize cycle time in a high volume manufacturing 300mm wafer Fab.
requirements
- ✓2 years of experience within the semiconductor industry as a process engineer.
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- ✓Strong foundation in statistical process control, engineering change control and process release strategies
Preferred qualifications
- ✓Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
- ✓Experience with Dry/Plasma etch, RTP, or Metrology
- ✓Strong verbal and written communication skills
- ✓Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
- ✓Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
- ✓Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
- ✓Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
- ✓Ability to take the initiative and drive for result
Why TI?
- ✓The future starts here. As a TIer, you'll play a critical role in defining the next era of semiconductor technology and help create the innovations that shape the world around us.
- ✓Surround yourself with a team of innovators who value your unique perspective and will challenge you to bring your best self to work every day. We believe that fostering a culture of collaboration fuels both personal growth and technological breakthroughs. Explore our company culture .
- ✓At TI, your success goes beyond your work. Take advantage of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being at work and in life, from competitive compensation to extensive health coverage and wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits offerings .
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com .
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Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. This position provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on driving improved procedures and processes. We are searching for a self-directed, highly motivated engineer to join our team.
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