Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Motion Recruitment · Phoenix, Arizona, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Our client, one of the world’s largest outsourced semiconductor packaging and testing service providers, is hiring a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to join the buildout of their new greenfield facility in Peoria, AZ.As a Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES / Factory Automation), you will support the implementation and operation of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), CIM, automation, and quality systems for their advanced Arizona Technology Assembly (ATA) greenfield facility. This role is primarily focused on system configuration, integration, and deployment. The engineer will work closely with internal teams, vendors, and manufacturing stakeholders to build and scale highly automated, reliable factory systems from the ground up.
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a greenfield semiconductor facility and play a key role in shaping next-generation manufacturing systems!
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConfigure, test, and support MES and related manufacturing systemsIntegrate MES with CIM/EAP, automation systems (AMHS/OHT), quality systems, and enterprise platforms (ERP)Manage system interfaces and data flows (lot tracking, WIP, recipes, dispatching logic)Maintain manufacturing master data (process flows, equipment, materials, recipes)Support system testing activities (SIT, UAT, commissioning, go-live, stabilization)Troubleshoot system issues impacting manufacturing operations and data integrityCollaborate with vendors (e.g., AMAT) and cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, IT, automation)Participate in system design reviews and requirement definitionDocument system functionality, enhancements, and procedures
Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline3–6 years of experience in manufacturing IT, factory automation, or semiconductor manufacturing systemsHands-on experience with MES, CIM/EAP/RMS, automation, logistics, or quality systems (SPC, FDC)Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and shop floor operationsExperience supporting production manufacturing systemsStrong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Preferred RequirementsExperience with commercial manufacturing xzbcwsv software platforms (Applied Materials preferred)Experience supporting MES or automation systems in a semiconductor fab, assembly, or test siteExposure to system integration or factory system rollout projectsBasic understanding of equipment interfaces or material handling systemsFamiliarity with analytics or AI/ML use cases in manufacturing
Additional InformationThis role is focused on project implementation and factory ramp-up, not steady-state supportLimited coding required; emphasis is on configuration, integration, and troubleshootingOpportunity for a mix of desk-based and factory floor interaction depending on assignmentAbility to travel internationally (e.g., Korea) for training as needed
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a greenfield semiconductor facility and play a key role in shaping next-generation manufacturing systems!
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConfigure, test, and support MES and related manufacturing systemsIntegrate MES with CIM/EAP, automation systems (AMHS/OHT), quality systems, and enterprise platforms (ERP)Manage system interfaces and data flows (lot tracking, WIP, recipes, dispatching logic)Maintain manufacturing master data (process flows, equipment, materials, recipes)Support system testing activities (SIT, UAT, commissioning, go-live, stabilization)Troubleshoot system issues impacting manufacturing operations and data integrityCollaborate with vendors (e.g., AMAT) and cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, IT, automation)Participate in system design reviews and requirement definitionDocument system functionality, enhancements, and procedures
Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline3–6 years of experience in manufacturing IT, factory automation, or semiconductor manufacturing systemsHands-on experience with MES, CIM/EAP/RMS, automation, logistics, or quality systems (SPC, FDC)Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and shop floor operationsExperience supporting production manufacturing systemsStrong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Preferred RequirementsExperience with commercial manufacturing xzbcwsv software platforms (Applied Materials preferred)Experience supporting MES or automation systems in a semiconductor fab, assembly, or test siteExposure to system integration or factory system rollout projectsBasic understanding of equipment interfaces or material handling systemsFamiliarity with analytics or AI/ML use cases in manufacturing
Additional InformationThis role is focused on project implementation and factory ramp-up, not steady-state supportLimited coding required; emphasis is on configuration, integration, and troubleshootingOpportunity for a mix of desk-based and factory floor interaction depending on assignmentAbility to travel internationally (e.g., Korea) for training as needed
Details
| Company | Motion Recruitment |
| Location | Phoenix, Arizona, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |