Principal Product Manufacturing Engineer
FormFactor Inc.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:
The Principal Product Manufacturing Engineer is a key member of a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the development and continuous improvement of MEMS probe technologies for semiconductor wafer testing. This role provides technical leadership in both pre-sales and post-sales activities, including product configuration, design proposals, yield optimization, and best practice development. The engineer will work closely with customers to understand technical requirements, guide product development decisions, and ensure successful implementation. Additionally, this position contributes to product roadmap planning and evaluates technical feasibility for new customer requests.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development & Manufacturing Support:
Lead new product development and manufacturing process improvements.
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to build prototypes, alpha, and beta products.
Define and execute internal characterization and reliability testing plans.
Support product validation activities at customer sites.
Customer-Focused Technical Support:
Provide pre-sales application support, including technical product configuration and solution proposals.
Deliver post-sales support for test yield optimization and best practice implementation.
Assess technical feasibility for customer requests beyond current capabilities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work with marketing and product management to define technical requirements for new products.
Act as a technical resource in shaping product roadmaps and competitive positioning.
Continuous Improvement & Issue Resolution:
Drive product continuous improvement projects to enhance performance and reliability.
Support manufacturing and field service teams in resolving product-related issues.
Skills:
AutoCAD 3D, Data Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), Experiential Design, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA, MATLAB, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), Microfabrication, Problem Solving, Product Development Engineering, Project Management, Python (Programming Language), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), SolidWorks, Statistical Process Control (SPC)Education & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work | RequiredPay Range:
$110,700.00 - $145,320.00Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $110,700.00 and $145,320.00 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.