Vicor Corporation

Job Summary Job Description • Monitor line performance and take corrective action to eliminate process problems and improve yields. • Hands on responsibility for BTU in-line oven reflow, Asymtek dispensing and Universal placement equipment including process development, equipment programming and the SPC needed to ensure the highest yields, throughput, and lowest cost. • Implement and manage real time SPC and utilize Six Sigma tools such as PFMEAs to implement meaningful process controls • Monitor line yield, scrap and equipment utilization on a daily basis • Work with Design, Test, and Quality Engineering to implement yield and quality enhancements • Work with hourly production and maintenance personnel to improve line performance • Review all new product designs for compatibility with process capability • Identify and lead cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives • Initiate and approve manufacturing documentation and ECO's • Investigate problems, determine root...

Job Summary Vicor is currently seeking an Engineering Aide - Test to join their team in Andover, MA! The Engineering Aide - Test will be a critical member of the team supporting Test Engineering in the design and construction of proprietart ATE hardware and software for a variety of analog components and assemblies. This is an exciting position for someone looking to join a high-volume manufacturing environment. Job Description Assist in the design, construction and support of proprietary Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) hardware and software for a variety of analog components and assemblies, in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Construct, analyze and debug test and product related circuits. Conduct and document detailed experiments and perform software, hardware and product qualifications. Support Test Engineers with new product development and assist in testing existing products in manufacturing. Collaborate with Engineers to design, build, troubleshoot, and...

Job Summary Vicor is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Plating Operations in Andover, MA! The Manufacturing Engineer - Plating will support the installation and day-to-day operations of new horizontal chemical lines, monitor line performance and take corrective actions as needed. Job Description Support the installation new horizontal chemical lines onsite at the Andover facility. This includes: Setup and dose initial chemistry Establish dosing protocols Establish process recipes Qualify each new chemical line Establish cleaning and maintenance protocols Oversee day/day operation of the horizontal chemical lines, including: Operator training Supporting triage and working with the Vendor and onsite maintenance teams relative to any equipment down time Working with the lab on trend analysis to improve process consistency Monitor line performance and take corrective action to eliminate process problems and improve yields. Hands on...

Job Summary An opportunity to join a team of world class engineers in creating leading edge power components and solutions. This position provides direct exposure to new products and technologies, with opportunities to innovate and mature ground breaking solutions that represent the state of the art in power conversion. We are seeking engineers with analog skills, creativity, talent and a drive for success in a collaborative work environment. This entry level position is an ideal opportunity for someone who has strong analytical and problem solving skills, good background in analog electrical engineering, and some experience of designing power supplies or designing with power components. There are many opportunities to advance and increase responsibilities in Product Development Engineering in support of growing product lines. Job Description The Associate Product Development Engineer will be involved in the definition of new power components, verification testing of new...

Job Summary Job Description • Monitor line performance and take corrective action to eliminate process problems and improve yields. • Hands on responsibility for equipment including programming, troubleshooting, and researching to explore newer technologies and capabilities. • Support New Product Introduction through process development and review of product designs for compatibility with process capability • Implement and manage real time SPC and utilize Six Sigma tools such as PFMEAs to implement meaningful process controls • Monitor line yield, scrap and equipment utilization on a daily basis • Work with Design, Test, and Quality Engineering to implement yield and quality enhancements • Work with hourly production and maintenance personnel to improve line performance • Identify and lead cost reduudction and quality improvement initiatives • Initiate and approve manufacturing documentation and ECO's • Investigate problems, determine root cause, and implement corrective and...

Job Summary In this newly added role, the Engineering Technician - Automation is responsible for supporting Automation Engineering in the development, build, installation of manufacturing equipment and tooling with an emphasis on mechatronics. Job Description • Takes a lead role in installing both single pieces of equipment and whole manufacturing lines. To include: - Works with equipment and line lay out drawings. - Conducts mechanical assembly, drilling and tapping, and alignment - Installs and integrates control items such as sensor and scanners. - Installs and automation systems, PLCs and required electrical enclosures. • Ensure and provide that the system installation is following the given schematics, electrical and process pipe line diagrams. • Provides trouble shooting during startup of equipment • Provides trouble shooting for PLC, I/O, sensor, industrial camera, scanner, motion controller connections. • Provides mechanical assembly on any in house design and build...

Job Description • Working in the Design Engineering organization, will participate in the design and development of state of the art DC/DC converter products using proprietary technology • Design elements include electrical design, component selection, simulation/test, PCB layout, and product functional specification. • Will be part of an engineering team that is involved with complete product development cycle: product conception through manufacturing production • Provides product test and qualification plans, and oversees the generation of the full documentation package for all products designed. • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing support to internal organizations and external customers. Education / Qualifications • BSEE background with previous CO-OP/Internship experence or 1+ work experience • Knowledge of or previous experience working with high frequency switching power supply topologies, and control architectures. • Strong bench skills • Strong...

Job Summary In this newly added role, the Engineering Technician - Automation is responsible for supporting Automation Engineering in the development, build, installation of manufacturing equipment and tooling with an emphasis on mechatronics. Job Description • Takes a lead role in installing both single pieces of equipment and whole manufacturing lines. To include: - Works with equipment and line lay out drawings. - Conducts mechanical assembly, drilling and tapping, and alignment - Installs and integrates control items such as sensor and scanners. - Installs and automation systems, PLCs and required electrical enclosures. • Ensure and provide that the system installation is following the given schematics, electrical and process pipe line diagrams. • Provides trouble shooting during startup of equipment • Provides trouble shooting for PLC, I/O, sensor, industrial camera, scanner, motion controller connections. • Provides mechanical assembly on any in house design and build...

Job Description Support design and development activities on VPS power supply products. Design activities include, but not limited to: o Build circuits on breadboards to test new electrical circuitries. o Perform electrical evaluation of products. o Collect and prepare data from a wide variety of experiments, electrical testing, and analytical evaluations. o Perform failure analysis using a variety of analytical techniques. o Process prototype kits for verification testing and design approval for the qualification of products. Use technical skills in engineering analysis, coupled with technical skills in high frequency switch mode power supplies and topologies for power supply circuits / systems. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate electrical components and circuitry for use in complex power components. Support sustaining engineering activities for the existing product lines. Support existing product designs and customer interface with Sales and Applications Engineering. Design...