Process/Equipment Engineer
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Texas Instruments is seeking an experienced Process/Equipment Engineer specializing in Switched Reluctance Machine (SRM) Integration and Test Handler Setup. This senior-level position is critical to advancing our electric motor testing capabilities and ensuring manufacturing excellence in our power electronics and motor control product lines.
As the technical lead for SRM test handler systems, you will be responsible for all aspects of the integration test process, from equipment selection and installation to process optimization and technical support. You will work at the intersection of power electronics, motor testing, and manufacturing automation to deliver robust, reliable test solutions.
In this semiconductor engineer role with Texas Instruments' worldwide manufacturing organization, you will be responsible for engineering process optimization efforts to achieve fab cycle time goals. You will interface with various modules, in addition to yield, product and integration teams, to resolve issues that limit yield performance.
Responsibilities include:
SRM Integration & Test Handler Setup
Design, implement, and optimize test handler setups specifically for Switched Reluctance Machine integration testing
Develop comprehensive test procedures for SRM performance validation including torque, speed, efficiency, and thermal characteristics
Configure and calibrate test equipment including dynamometers, power analyzers, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems
Establish baseline performance metrics and acceptance criteria for SRM test handlers
Troubleshoot complex integration issues involving motor control systems, power electronics, and mechanical test fixtures
Process Engineering
Define and document all aspects of the SRM wafer fabrication and integration test process
Compile and evaluate test data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process specifications
Use statistical methods and data analytics to drive intelligent improvements to the overall testing process
Understand process interactions with other fabrication steps to enable accurate product disposition decisions
Develop and maintain process documentation, test specifications, and work instructions
Equipment Engineering
Evaluate, select, and specify test equipment that is most appropriate and cost-effective for SRM integration testing
Oversee installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of test handler equipment
Monitor equipment manufacturers' technical notices, upgrades, and safety issues
Study equipment performance, reliability, and uptime metrics
Establish programs and solutions for increasing test handler availability and throughput
Work directly with equipment vendors to sustain and enhance performance from both process and tool perspectives
Technical Leadership & Support
Provide expert technical support to manufacturing and operations teams
Conduct training for technicians and operators on test handler operation and SRM testing procedures
Create training aids, operation specifications, and best practice documentation
Lead technical presentations on project status, test results, and improvement initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineering, quality, and production teams
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Investigate non-conforming products and determine root causes
Implement corrective and preventive actions for test process issues
Drive yield improvement initiatives through systematic problem-solving
Participate in Design of Experiments (DOE) and other advanced quality methodologies
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
8+ years of hands-on experience in process engineering, equipment engineering, or manufacturing engineering
3+ years working with electric motor testing, power electronics testing, or similar electromechanical systems
Proven experience with test handler setup, automation, and integration
Background in semiconductor manufacturing, motor manufacturing, or power electronics production environments
Preferred qualifications:
Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
Technical skills
Electric Motor Knowledge: Deep understanding of Switched Reluctance Machines (SRM), motor control principles, and electric motor performance characteristics
Test Equipment: Proficiency with dynamometers, power analyzers, oscilloscopes, DAQ systems, and motor test benches
Instrumentation: Experience with torque sensors, encoders, current probes, thermal measurement systems
Automation & Control: Familiarity with PLC programming, LabVIEW, or similar test automation platforms
Data Analysis: Strong skills in statistical analysis, SPC, data visualization tools (JMP, Minitab, Python, MATLAB)
Equipment Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment and process issues