New

Sr. Principal Manufacturing Process Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.
$136,200.00 - $178,815.00
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, Livermore
7005 Southfront Road (Show on map)
Oct 10, 2025
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: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Create, maintain or update Plating Process work instructions; Train Operators to ensure adherence to WI and safety procedures. Acquire detailed hands-on understanding of the Plating line processes and the equipment set in terms of machine performance and process capability to ensure equipment meets or exceeds process criteria. Set up, qualify and sustain electrochemistry plating equipment, processes, and various metrology methods associated with the control and monitor of such processes. Coordinate and execute problem solving efforts, hands on troubleshooting of Plating Process & equipment issues (work with equipment engineer). Work with Production team on a daily basis to ensure operators are sufficiently processing lots per WI. Coordinate downtime with process and production resources. Manage Chemical maintenance Jobs & scheduling to meet Process needs. Initiate and manage key CIP activities to increase yields in a process capacity and equipment and reduce overall cycle time. Own plating tools and develop relationships with equipment vendors to manage service, support, upgrade development & new equipment acquisition / installation projects. Plan and coordinate equipment installation activities including specifying facility needs, developing/executing equipment qualification activities. Provide technical expertise, leadership and in-depth training to the equipment maintenance technicians to ensure equipment is properly maintained - on time. Troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment issues with equipment engineer and employ long term repairs per FFI 8D+ problem solving methods and communicate status and recovery plans throughout the issue resolution process. Skills: Chemical Mechanical Planarization, Electrochemical Processes, Microassembly, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), Photolithography, Process Development (PD), Process Manufacturing, Semiconductors, Vendor Management Education & Experience: Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience\| Required Pay Range: $136,200.00 - $178,815.00 Pay Range Explained: This role in Livermore, California pays between $136,200.00 and $178,815.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You'll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.