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Manufacturing Engineer 3

Lam Research · Tualatin, OR, US

Last updated Jul 20, 2026 · View original posting

Manufacturing Engineer supporting new product pilot production, virtual manufacturing, or high-volume manufacturing operations, responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining manufacturing methods, processes, and operations.

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The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business. 

The impact you’ll make

Join Lam as a Manufacturing Engineer where you will play a crucial role in supporting the new product pilot production factory, virtual manufacturing, or high-volume manufacturing production factory. Using your knowledge of technology and engineering principles you will oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations. You will tackle technical, quality, and production challenges. Your expertise optimizing manufacturing costs and standards will help shape Lam's commitment to innovation and efficiency in manufacturing.

 

In this role, you will directly contribute to supporting our HVM Manufacturing.

What you’ll do

  • Troubleshoot new or existing product problems, involving designs, materials, or processes.
  • Design, develop, and implement safe and cost-effective complex equipment and methods of assembly for all phases of manufacturing.
  • Define process and methods for high volume manufacturing which includes operations method sheet, routing, and sequencing.
  • Perform root cause investigation and recommend corrective action for operational problems, such as material use variances, bottlenecks, fixture issues during build or manufacturing process.
  • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes or resolve problems and follow through resolution to reduce costs, improve product quality, and cycle time. 
  • Review and develop designs that improve product manufacturability and assembly.
  • Coordinate new product builds in pilot production manufacturing partnering closely with manufacturing and product engineers.
  • Collaborate on new product builds in pilot production manufacturing partnering closely with Pilot and Product engineers.

Who we’re looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 2+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
  • Skilled troubleshooting capabilities in the areas of electro/mechanical assemblies.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Proficient in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) with approach to structured problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Proficient in software applications such as CAD modeling, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or Product Data Modeling (PDM) systems.
  • Experience in Engineering Change Management Process.
  • Working knowledge in Operation Method Sheets (OMS), process planning, and Bill of Materials (BOM) Management.

Preferred qualifications

  • Knowledge of Semiconductor equipment, Capital Equipment industry and its manufacturing processes.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, in English.
  • Statistical analysis skills including statistical process control and data analysis used in production setting.
  • Knowledge in Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA).
  • Proven stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders or customers in technical matters.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results. 

  

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. 

  

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time. 

 

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Our Perks and Benefits



At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits. 

Requirements

Experience: 2+ years

Education: BACHELOR

Required

Bill of Materials (BOM)CAD softwareDesign for manufacturability (DFM)Engineering Change Order (ECO) processesManufacturingOperation Method Sheets (OMS) development and validationProduct Change Management (PCM)Product Data Modeling (PDM) systemsTroubleshooting of Electrical Components

Preferred

Capital equipment industry knowledgeData analysis tools and techniquesProcess Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)Semiconductor Industry experienceStakeholder ManagementStatistical Process Control

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