NPI Engineer - Military Veterans

Job Title:

NPI Engineer

Job Description:

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Our site in Decatur, TX is seeking a New Product Introduction Engineer to join our team . In this role, your primary responsibility will be to drive the successful scaleup of products/processes from Development to Manufacturing utilizing a Stage Gate Process.

• You will use your skills/experience to influence product design teams to improve design for manufacturability, while ensuring the highest levels of quality. Achieving this goal will require the use of collaboration, influence, and individual skills to interface with all functions across the organization.
  
  


• You will help drive and execute improvements/solutions to help the team meet stage gate commitments.
  
  


• As part of Entegris' Operations team, the NPI Engineer will work closely with the Production cell team to ensure Manufacturing Readiness of the new product portfolio. You will engage with the Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors, and Operators to drive the successful transition of products from early development to product release.
  
  


• With the fast pace of innovations in semiconductors, you will look forward to managing multiple projects across the product portfolio.
  
  


• We expect that you'll collaborate, share and be ready to learn in a team that partners closely with its customers.
  
  


• The position is within the Entegris Graphite manufacturing Business focusing on custom Graphite machining and special processing (impregnation, conversion and coatings) . This position reports to the Site Engineering Manager
  
  
  

What You'll Do:

• Serve as a core team member for assigned NPI Projects as the liaison between Development Engineering and Operations, pulling products to market.
  
  


• Work closely with Development Engineering to proactively influence product and process design for better manufacturability.
  
  


• Develop Manufacturing Plans for assigned projects. Topics include selection of manufacturing site, raw and finished goods material planning, chemical/waste plan, ramp/ capacity planning, cost roadmap, etc.
  
  


• Drive Improvement Projects (yield, process capability, etc.) to maximize Gross Margin and Predictability.
  
  


• Prepare Process Documentation to support Product Launch.
  
  


• Manage customer samples and Product Qualification builds. Work with Operations team and provide special instructions as required .
  
  


• Assist in directing and controlling processes in accordance with defined policies and procedures. Assists with analyses and audits processes to make recommendations on such items as safety, quality, cost, waste reductions, and efficiency.
  
  

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in related technical discipline i.e. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Material Science preferred.
  
  


• Must have 4-6 years related experience
  
  


• Be a great teammate , l earn from the depth of experience your teammates provide, and desire to share your own ideas and experiences.
  
  


• Motivated and self-directed team player with good interpersonal skills. Must have ability to reach out, communicate and influence personnel at all levels within the organization.
  
  


• Excellent documentation, communication, and technical writing skills.
  
  


• Experience with analytical testing.
  
  


• Experience with chemical processing, poly film/membrane manufacturing and/or material surface modication is a plus.
  
  


• Strong technical skills to help improve processes
  
  


• Ability to orchestrate and prioritize multiple activities at once to accomplish Division goals.
  
  


• Experience leading Lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement Manufacturing projects and implementation.
  
  


• Experience with powered machine tools such as vertical CNC mills, manual and CNC lathes, surface and centerless grinders, cup grinders, bandsaws, and other machining equipment preferred.
  
  


• Candidate must have the capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws
  
  


• Experience in working in an ISO 9000/14000 environment a plus;
  
  

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
  
  


• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
  
  


• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
  
  

• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
  
  


• Education assistance to support your learning journey
  
  


• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.
  
  

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.