Lab Operations Continuous Improvement Engineer (Fremont)

This is 100% onsite role in Fremont, CA 94538.The Fremont Lab Operations team is expanding and transforming R&D labs to support evolving business needs while maintaining a safe, customer-trusted, and efficient lab environment, with a forward-looking focus on lab automation.This role will lead and support lab improvements initiatives that enable operational business goals and enhance the experience of lab users across business units. The engineer will apply strong problem-solving skills, project management, and Six Sigma methodologies to design new systems, improve existing services, and increase execution efficiency within the lab community.The ideal candidate is a hands-on, data-driven engineer who excels at solving complex problems and managing multiple projects in a cross-functional environment. Key projects include business process and governance development, lab operation systems design and integration, automation initiatives, and lab space planning and workflow optimization.Top skills:Continuous Improvement expertise using 5S/6S, Lean and Six Sigma methodologiesStrong project ownership with cross-functional execution capabilityData-driven analytical problem solving with KPI and performance metrics focusRequirements:5S or 6-sigma methodology knowledge requiredProject management skill requiredAble to lift ~30 lb and stand/walk/work in the clean room labBachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 2 years of continuous improvement or project-based experience; semiconductor and Lab R&D experience strongly preferredDemonstrated hands-on troubleshooting capability with strong structural problem-solving and project management skillsBasic software programming and experience required (e.g., Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, Python, QuickBase, Jira, or equivalent tools)Strong data analytics, data visualization, and database management skillsProven ability to work effectively as a team player with strong core values and ownership mindsetStrong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts clearlyDemonstrated experience in technical documentation, report writing, and professional presentationsAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentExperience with automation, robotics, and system integration preferredPrimary Responsibilities:Apply engineering principles to identify and prioritize lab improvement opportunities.Develop and implement practical, high-ROI lab improvement solutions.Plan and coordinate system testing; gather and incorporate lab user feedback on usability and performance.Analyze operational data and define metrics to measure lab process and system performance.Lead and drive cross-functional projects to completion, collaborating with lab users, global lab operations, Facilities, IT, EHS, and software/hardware vendors.Establish and sustain effective governance processes to ensure long-term adoption and complianceExecute solution rollouts, including documentation, training, lessons learned, and post-implementation feedback to support continuous improvement.Our Client is a Fortune 350 company that engages in the design, manufacturing, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment.