Senior Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement (CI)
Company: Halo Industries, Inc.
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: February 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Company Halo Industries has
invented a revolutionary technology to replace a decades-old
semiconductor material slicing process. Our laser-based technology
eliminates waste, improves material cost and performance, and
drives advancements in high-growth markets like automotive,
telecommunications, and power electronics. Founded in 2014 at
Stanford University, Halo secured significant funding in 2024 and
is poised for rapid growth, engaging strategic customers and
preparing for volume manufacturing. We are seeking a
results-driven, hands-on, agile, Continuous Improvement Process
Engineer to reduce operating costs across all aspects of
manufacturing. In this role you will be responsible for identifying
and driving cost reduction projects across the engineering team
focused on volume manufacturing. Projects will eventually scale
globally across our Silicon Carbide (SiC) wafer fabrication
facilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in
high volume manufacturing, SiC ingot and wafer manufacturing or
related high tech fields. This role requires a strong background in
process engineering, complex project management, and a passion for
continuous improvement and innovation. You will be interfacing
across the company from the executive level down to the operations
team on the floor with high visibility projects. PMP certification
and the use of project management tools, stakeholder engagement,
and concise documentation, and strong communication across
engineering, quality, and customer contacts is required.
Responsibilities: Work across the engineering organization to
identify, qualify, and implement cost savings for throughput, OEE,
waste reduction, consumables cost reduction, value engineering,
inventory reduction. Build data driven models to identify
bottlenecks, analyze and optimize cycle times, reduce waste, and
identify other inefficiencies. Identify root causes of yield
detractors and implement corrective actions using structured
problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, FMEA, SPC). Evaluate and
qualify new materials and other consumables for SiC wafer
manufacturing. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and
environmental regulations. Serve as the technical interface for
external vendors, internal stakeholders, and customers for roadmap
and qualification alignment. Requirements Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical
Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or
a related field. 7 years of experience in high mix high volume
manufacturing, preferably 3 years in SiC or semiconductor related
fields. Deep understanding of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing,
Kaizen, OEE, Yield Improvement, and Financial metrics for project
benchmarking and prioritization. Hands-on experience with SPC, DOE,
FMEA, and other quality tools. Project management experience with
proficiency to lead cross-functional teams. Preferred
Qualifications: Experience transitioning processes from R&D to
high-volume manufacturing in the US and overseas. Familiarity with
MES, ERP, APC, FDC, and data analytics tools for process
monitoring. PMP certification with experience across a variety of
project management tools, stakeholder management, and strong
communication across engineering, quality, and customer contacts.
Proven leadership experience managing a wide variety of engineering
projects in a high-tech manufacturing environment. Excellent
executive level communication backed by strong data analysis tools.
Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement
Plan (401k, IRA) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Family Leave
(Maternity, Paternity) Free Food & Snacks Stock Option Plan Annual
Bonus Plan eligible Short Term & Long Term Disability Base Salary:
$140,000 - $155,000 ? Additional Information We are committed to
creating an inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued
and supported. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds,
including those from underrepresented communities in STEM. If you
meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this
opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
Keywords: Halo Industries, Inc., Pittsburg , Senior Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement (CI), Engineering , Santa Clara, California
