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Process Engineer I

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Hybrid
San Jose, CA, USA
78K-98K Annually
Entry level
Hybrid
San Jose, CA, USA
78K-98K Annually
Entry level
Provide hands-on daily production support and troubleshooting for assembly processes (die attach, wire bonding, epoxy, gap welding, PWB SMT). Train operators, write work instructions, run DOE and statistical analysis to improve process control, track quality metrics, and optimize factory layout and throughput.
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Responsibilities
  • Provide daily production support by taking a hands-on approach evaluating defects, working with operators and troubleshooting machines
  • Train operators and write work instructions to document key process steps
  • Support processes including; eutectic die attach, wire bonding, epoxy attach, gap welding and PWB surface mount processes
  • Improve processes based on statistical analysis of data and by applying process controls
  • Track metrics and setup systems to insure continual quality improvements
  • Improve factory layout to optimize throughput and improve efficiency and quality
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering (mechanical, aerospace, material science, or equivalent) 
  • 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing experience or demonstrate the ability to make improvements to a manufacturing process
  • Must show definite interest and desire to work on process problems and improvements in a manufacturing environment
  • Must have aptitude for running scientific experiments with the use of DOE and other statistical techniques
  • Ability and desire to work hands-on in a team environment is necessary
  • Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

WE VALUE

  • 1-2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment 
  • 1-2 years comprehensive experience with automation equipment, equipment programing, running scientific experiments with the use of DOE and other statistical techniques
  • 1-2 years working in a dynamic & cross functional team environment and demonstrating technical leadership
  • 1-2 years of working experience with pick and place machines, epoxy dispensers, or wire bonding machines
  • 1-2 years of recent hands on and technical experience with sourcing, selecting, and qualifying automation equipment
  • Must have good understanding of common assembly materials (e.g., epoxy, fine wires, mechanical assembly tools)
  • Must have great communication skills are required to work with a wide variety of people, including design engineers, project engineers, and manufacturing personnel

The annual base salary range for this position is $78,315 - $97,865. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.


In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/


The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.  Job Posting Date: 6/24/2026


Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

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