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Sr. Process Development Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.
$90,500.00 - $118,755.00
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, Livermore
7005 Southfront Road (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2026
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 Senior Process Development Engineer is responsible for owning and improving multiple processes and tools within the Probe head product line. This includes solder paste dispensing, component placement tools, cleaning tools, bake/reflow ovens, and solder sphere placement processes. The role focuses on sustaining and enhancing existing processes, developing new automated repair tools, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance, reduce costs, and increase yield. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional efforts with equipment and material vendors to meet manufacturing and technology roadmap requirements. Key Responsibilities: Serve as process/tool owner for key operations such as solder paste dispensing, component placement, cleaning, bake/reflow, and solder sphere placement. Sustain and improve existing processes to ensure predictable and capable manufacturing performance. Design and execute engineering experiments to resolve process excursions and drive performance improvements. Develop and qualify new automated spring repair tools and processes. Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) and continuous improvement methodologies to maintain process capability at the lowest operating cost. Recommend strategies to reduce manufacturing costs, improve cycle time, and increase yield. Engage and lead equipment vendors to improve tool performance and meet utilization and uptime targets. Collaborate with material vendors to establish procurement specifications and incoming quality assurance metrics for key materials. Drive planning and facilities requirements for equipment procurement, installation, and qualification. Work closely with peers to leverage existing processes or develop new ones to support new products and technology roadmaps. Skills: Alloys, AutoCAD Design Software, Continuous Improvement Methodologies, Data Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), Equipment Engineering, Equipment Procurement, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), Product Engineering, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Substrates, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience\| Required Pay Range: $90,500.00 - $118,755.00 Pay Range Explained: This role in Livermore, California pays between $90,500.00 and $118,755.00 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. For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in:AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. 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