Senior CNC Equipment Design – Reliability Engineer

Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation

. Support internal and external supplier-related development projects .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeSpringfield • Ohio • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reliability engineering, including FMEA, MTBF, and predictive maintenance strategies, while effectively managing cross-functional teams and supplier development projects. Proficient in hands-on machining and automation processes, with a strong focus on improving manufacturing reliability and performance.

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Reliability EngineeringFMEA, PFMEA, DFMEAPreventive MaintenanceProject ManagementCNC Programming

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing ProcessesMachine DesignAutomationCondition MonitoringStatistical Process ControlLean ManufacturingSix SigmaFailure Trend AnalysisRisk AssessmentTooling Design

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam LeadershipMentoring

Tools & Technologies

CAM SoftwareCNC EquipmentRoboticsHydraulicsPneumaticsMotion Control SystemsStatistical SoftwareManufacturing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CRECMRP

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor ManufacturingPrecision MachiningHigh-Precision ManufacturingSilicon ManufacturingVibration AnalysisThermographyOil Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support internal and external supplier-related development projects
Drive equipment, process, tooling, and manufacturing reliability improvements
Design, improve, and develop next-generation equipment, technologies, tooling, consumables, processes, subcontracting, outsourcing, and alternate solutions
Improve uptime, reduce repeat failures, improve maintainability, strengthen process capability, and ensure reliable repeatable performance
Use FMEA, PFMEA, DFMEA, risk assessments, and failure trend analysis to identify and reduce risk
Develop reliability strategies covering preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, spare parts, condition monitoring, and reliability-centered maintenance
Track and analyze downtime, failure frequency, MTBF, MTTR, repeat failure rate, equipment availability, and maintenance effectiveness
Partner with maintenance, operations, engineering, suppliers, and technicians to improve uptime and create sustainable shop-floor solutions
Review equipment, tooling, automation, and process designs for reliability, maintainability, serviceability, safety, spare parts, and total cost of ownership
Lead full machine development cycles from concept through commissioning
Collaborate with machinists, engineers, project managers, operations, maintenance, and suppliers
Manage multiple concurrent projects focused on quality, cost, delivery, reliability, and supportability
Guide and mentor engineers and designers
Interface with customers and internal teams to develop requirements and practical solutions
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment, tooling, process, and supplier failures
Provide expertise in silicon growing, grinding, drilling, EDM, lapping, polishing, bonding, cleaning, and metrology
Manage and support suppliers and coordinate supplier development activities
Lead problem solving at supplier sites and design and conduct experiments and tests
Ensure domestic and international supplier processes produce reliable products repeatably
Establish supplier and internal reliability expectations, documentation, test plans, acceptance criteria, capability, maintenance, and support requirements
Support continuous improvement and long-term supplier development
Apply lean manufacturing and 5S; maintain safety, organization, cleanliness, and housekeeping

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hands-on machining background, such as former machinist, toolmaker, or similar technical experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing processes, machine design, reliability engineering, and/or machine shop practices
10+ years of experience with custom machines, automation, manufacturing equipment, or reliability-focused engineering support
Understanding of design for manufacturing principles, tolerancing, and real-world manufacturing constraints
Ability to anticipate problems and develop proactive solutions
Comfortable working in design and hands-on build/test environments
Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, motion control systems, CNC equipment, automation, or complex manufacturing equipment
High-level knowledge of CAM software and experience programming or interacting with CNC controllers
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and manage project budgets
Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills
Knowledge of process control plans, SPC, FMEA, industrial problem-solving techniques, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma concepts
Knowledge of reliability engineering methods, including FMEA, PFMEA, DFMEA, MTBF, MTTR, equipment availability, failure trend analysis, and risk-based prioritization
Experience developing or supporting preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, spare parts planning, and critical equipment reliability improvement plans
Ability to turn failure data, maintenance history, technician feedback, and production issues into clear action plans
Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally
Ability to deliver effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on complex topics
Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, internet, email, manufacturing, and statistical software
Preferred: experience in semiconductor, precision machining, ceramics, silicon manufacturing, or high-precision manufacturing environments
Preferred: experience with vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, condition monitoring, or machine health monitoring systems
Preferred: CRE, CMRP, or similar reliability certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits beginning on the first day of employment
Employee support and empowerment throughout different phases of life, careers, and communities
Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment