What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLAWS Manufacturing Systems Engineer position at NC State College of Engineering?
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number PG194606EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title CLAWS Manufacturing Systems Engineer Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS) About the Department
North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS). This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.
Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the “lab to fab” journey—translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G/6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What We Offer
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Execution System (MES) / Database Engineer to support and develop the digital infrastructure of our advanced semiconductor research foundry. The position focuses on enhancing MES workflows and managing Oracle-based backend systems to improve process traceability, data integrity, and operational efficiency in an R&D fabrication environment.
Key Responsibilities
MES Workflow Development & Support (40%)
The Successful Candidate Will
Minimum Education and Experience
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 04/17/2026 Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details
Position Number 00112013 Position Type EPS/SAAO Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 140110 - CLAWS EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Information
Posting Number PG194606EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title CLAWS Manufacturing Systems Engineer Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS) About the Department
North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS). This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.
Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the “lab to fab” journey—translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G/6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What We Offer
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Execution System (MES) / Database Engineer to support and develop the digital infrastructure of our advanced semiconductor research foundry. The position focuses on enhancing MES workflows and managing Oracle-based backend systems to improve process traceability, data integrity, and operational efficiency in an R&D fabrication environment.
Key Responsibilities
MES Workflow Development & Support (40%)
- Create and implement MES workflows to support custom semiconductor fabrication process flows. Support foundry users in establishing new fabrication process flows.
- Build and maintain digital traveler systems for lot tracking, process documentation, and process monitoring.
- Integrate MES with process tools and data acquisition systems.
- Develop intuitive user interfaces and dashboards for tracking materials, fabrication lots, and operating metrics, including process controls (SPC).
- Ensure data consistency and traceability throughout fabrication process flows.
- Administer databases storing process metadata, experiment logs, and tool usage history.
- Design and maintain scalable schemas and optimize query performance for large datasets.
- Ensure data security, backup protocols, and system uptime.
- Support analytics and reporting needs from internal teams and external partners
- Automate data collection pipelines from lab equipment, process logs, and measurement tools.
- Support integration with homegrown and third-party web-based applications.
- Develop and maintain APIs, ETL processes, and scheduled jobs to support workflows.
- Enable clean data delivery for analytics, visualization, and AI/ML use cases.
- Work with process engineers, cleanroom staff, and IT to gather requirements and implement MES/database updates.
- Support continuous improvement through data accessibility and system enhancements.
- Implement and maintain document control protocols within MES.
- Document workflows, user guides, and SOPs for MES and data systems.
- Provide training and troubleshooting for end users.
The Successful Candidate Will
- Comply with stated workplace policies.
- Communicate results, plans, and other updates to a variety of audiences.
- Adhere to and mentor others in known best practices.
- Support CLAWS activities such as tours, meetings, and conferences
Minimum Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field with demonstrated experience in MES/database systems.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience.
- Proficiency in SQL and relational database architecture.
- Experience developing and maintaining MES systems or digital workflows in a laboratory or manufacturing setting.
- Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, or similar scripting languages for data automation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced R&D environment with evolving needs and technologies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Eligibility to obtain clearance upon request of the US government.
- Experience in a semiconductor R&D or university research cleanroom environment.
- Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or lightweight MES tools.
- Understanding of wafer fabrication workflows and experimental process tracking.
- Experience building web-based dashboards or UIs (e.g., Flask, Django, Node.js).
- Exposure to cloud-based data solutions or virtualized database systems.
- N/A
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 04/17/2026 Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details
Position Number 00112013 Position Type EPS/SAAO Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 140110 - CLAWS EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU website
- Craigslist
- Indeed.com
- Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
- NC Works
- Dress for Success
- Technical/Trade School Program
- Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
- Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
- Other
- Monster.com
- Other online job board
- NCSU employee referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
- If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
- * In the space below, please describe your professional experience as it relates to this role. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for References