About this role

Keysight Technologies is hiring a mid-level Manufacturing Engineer in the operations function based in Santa Rosa, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, C#, SQL, Data Analytics.

Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Function: operations
Level: mid
Track: Individual contributor
Employment: Full-time
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Department: Manufacturing
Posted: Jun 23, 2026

Job description

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Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

This critical role will

Support configuration and maintenance of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to enable manufacturing workflows
Work with manufacturing and process engineering teams to translate requirements into MES configurations and system enhancements
Assist in implementing MES features such as routing, data collection, and traceability
Participate in testing, validation, and rollout of MES changes and new capabilities
Troubleshoot MES-related issues and support root cause analysis under guidance of senior engineers
Contribute to development of lightweight scripts, tools, or integrations to support MES functionality
Help document system configurations, workflows, and operating procedures
Support user training and provide day-to-day assistance to manufacturing teams using MES
Collaborate with IT and engineering teams on system integration and data flow improvements
Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing workflows through better system usage and standardization

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or related technical roles (internship/co-op experience strongly considered)
Understanding of manufacturing processes in semiconductor or relevant high-tech environment
Strong computer skills, including comfort working with technical systems, data, and software tools
Basic programming or scripting ability (e.g., SQL, Python, C#, or similar)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Preferred

Exposure to Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) through coursework, internships, or work experience
Experience in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing environments
Critical Manufacturing (CMF) MES certification
Familiarity with databases, data analysis, or system configuration
Experience working on process improvement or system implementation projects
Interest in manufacturing systems, automation, or digital transformation

The role will be based at our HQ in Santa Rosa, CA. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to Santa Rosa area.

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual, having authorization from the U.S. government for export-controlled items under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Santa Rosa, CA MIN $80,640.00 MID $107,520.00 - MAX $134,400.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: