Process Engineer (Intern)

Company Description: Six Sigma Microelectronics (the services division of Winslow Automation, Inc.) is the industry expert in the soldering and modification of high-reliability integrated circuits for space, telecommunications, military, and medical industries. With 35+ years of experience, we are one of the few remaining semiconductor manufacturing companies in Silicon Valley and we are here to stay! We believe in doing it right the first time and doing the right thing all the time. Our team of ~100 employees is continuously growing and we need honest, reliable, and fun individuals to join us.

Why Join Us?

• Stable high-technology company, Fun-loving team members.
• 401(k), Profit Sharing, PTO, Vision, Dental, Health, Holidays.
• Close to BART and light rail.

We are currently hiring a Process Engineer (Intern).

Position Summary: Join the ever-growing and experienced research and development team here at Six Sigma, and learn all about the niche field of microelectronic soldering. Explore the depths of deceptively simple parts and processes, identifying their complex failure points and critical parameters. Work with our diverse team, including Quality, Materials, Process, and Automation Engineering, to implement practical solutions to the process problems you find, ensuring our products are the highest quality they can be.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support on projects as directed. Projects may include:
  • Evaluating new reflow methods and investigating how to integrate them into our process.
  • Evaluating new temperature cycling and/or plasms cleaning equipment and assisting in developing processes involving this new equipment.
  • Researching and developing improved methods for using our 2D/3D X-ray system.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Complete assigned projects and tasks in a timely manner.
• Present project results at the end of the summer to management and the rest of the Manufacturing Engineering team.

Qualifications:

Education: Currently pursuing a B.S. in Chemistry, Process Engineering, Material Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

General Requirements:

• Familiarity with the theories and applications of materials properties, metallurgy, metrology, and/or thermodynamics.
• Basic skills in appropriate and accurate use of measurement toolsets (e.g., force gauge, caliper, micrometer, optical comparator, reticle, toolmakers microscope).
• Familiarity with conducting root cause analysis and performing design of experiments.
• Strong and logical trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Fast learner, self-motivated, and accomplishment driven.
• Ability to work productively in a small-team setting, and occasionally work solo.
• Skilled in use of MS Office computer applications.

Physical Attributes Required:

• Sitting, standing, walking, and computer use up to 8 hours/day.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Physical ability to lift 25+ pounds.

This position requires handling of product or information which is subject to ITAR regulations. Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., a Green Card Holder).