mid operations Manufacturing Engineer ic · Posted Jul 10, 2026

About this role

NXP Semiconductors is hiring a mid-level Manufacturing Engineer in the operations function based in Chandler, AZ.

Role
Manufacturing Engineer
Function
operations
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Chandler, AZ
Posted
Jul 10, 2026

Job description

from NXP Semiconductors careers

Experienced ECHO Equipment Engineering Role

•      Semiconductor fab Equipment Engineer

•      Maintain, upgrade, and monitor wafer fabrication equipment in various semiconductor equipment supporting Photo, Etch, Cleans, Metrology or Films

•      Identification and variation reduction of process & tool performance

•      Increasing production capacity on new and existing toolsets

•      Identify and support defectivity/scrap reduction efforts

•      Defining Out of Control Action Plans

•      Improving tool reliability and availability

•      Improving cost performance of processes

•      Improving process monitoring and sensor capabilities

•      Qualifying alternate parts

•      Developing and writing specifications

•      Implementation of Six-Sigma statistical process control methods

•      Participating in and/or leading cross-functional and lean activity teams

Job Qualifications:

  • BS or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another technical field.
  • At least 2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing supporting equipment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain an Export Control Clearance.
  • Ability to generate, analyze, interpret equipment, process performance data, and produce a timely action plan to resolve recurring failures.
  • Demonstrated presentation skills. Candidate will be called upon to train others and present complex datasets and process problems/ solutions to diverse audiences.
  • Competent in troubleshooting problems and capable of applying logic to isolate and repair them.
  • Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interact effectively with multiple disciplines in a 24x7 manufacturing facility.
  • Good foundational problem-solving skills with creative solutions and out-of-the-box thinking.
  • Self-motivated; able to take initiative and effectively prioritize work for self.
  • A strong desire to help create a positive, winning, world class working environment.
  • Improving tool availability and throughput and availability
  • Reducing Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
  • Working with and training technicians and peers
  • Improving cost performance
  • Specifying, sourcing, and qualifying new equipment and parts
  • Safety minded approach and work habits.
  • Quality minded approach and work habits.

More information about NXP in the United States...

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.

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