Principal Technical Manufacturing Architect

Formfactor

Technical architect optimizing INFICON smart-factory systems for FormFactor’s semiconductor test technology. Leading Digital Twin, MES, ETL, and data-warehouse architecture for fab operations.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $155,900 - $204,645 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in semiconductor manufacturing systems, particularly in implementing and configuring PROMIS MES and driving ETL architecture for data integration. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and enhance operational excellence through automation and continuous improvement.

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INFICON FPS Digital TwinPROMIS Manufacturing Execution SystemETL Architecture and Data IntegrationDatabase Management and SQLSemiconductor Manufacturing Systems

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Hard Skills

ETLData IntegrationDatabase ManagementSQLManufacturing Reporting PlatformsFactory Scheduling SystemsSystem ConfigurationTroubleshootingAutomationContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-DrivenSolution-Oriented MindsetAbility to Operate in Fast-Paced Environments

Tools & Technologies

PROMISXSiteData WarehouseManufacturing DatabasesEquipment Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor ManufacturingFactory AutomationOperational ExcellenceHigh-Availability Fab EnvironmentsKnowledge Sharing

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the technical architect and subject-matter expert for INFICON FPS Digital Twin to develop a Smart factory and visualize and simulate real-time factory conditions
Drive ETL architecture and execution from MES (PROMIS), equipment management systems such as XSite, and manufacturing databases into the FPS Data Warehouse
Ensure data accuracy, availability, and performance
Support application upgrades and system performance tuning
Resolve complex system issues
Implement, configure, and support the PROMIS Manufacturing Execution System within a semiconductor fabrication facility
Act as a technical partner to IT stakeholders, Manufacturing Operations Managers, Engineers, and Equipment Engineers
Drive automation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across manufacturing systems and reporting platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing systems and factory automation, with senior architect and technical responsibility
Minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 12 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 8 years experience; or equivalent experience
Hands-on experience with INFICON FPS Digital Twin, factory scheduling systems, and manufacturing reporting platforms
Strong expertise in ETL and data integration from MES, XSite, and other manufacturing databases into data warehouses
Deep expertise in PROMIS MES implementation, including flows, steps, branching, routing logic, and configuration of system parameters, workflows, and user interfaces
Experience supporting equipment maintenance management systems
Ability to troubleshoot complex system issues in high-availability fab environments
Proficiency in database management and SQL
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, production-critical environment with shifting priorities
Highly motivated, self-driven, and solution-oriented mindset
Commitment to continuous improvement, automation, and knowledge sharing across teams
For remote-eligible roles, employees cannot be located in AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
401(k) with company match
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Paid time off
Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses
Flexible spending or savings accounts