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Tactical Engineer

IBM

Location

Albany, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/6/2026

Compensation

$82,400 - $144,200 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Tactical Engineer role at IBM focuses on ensuring the successful operation and continuous improvement of the 300mm semiconductor research line during night shifts. This position serves as the primary technical and operational lead, driving problem resolution and operational excellence across multiple research fabs. The successful candidate will leverage their semiconductor manufacturing expertise to identify challenges and implement solutions that enhance fab performance and efficiency. Collaboration with various engineering and operations teams is essential to establish priorities and execute manufacturing objectives.

Requirements

  • Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics Technology, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment, process, facilities, or fab operations experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or semiconductor environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a strong fab presence, spending 80% or more of work time in the cleanroom environment.
  • Serve as the primary tactical lead during off-shift hours, coordinating activities required to meet fab operational objectives.
  • Drive execution of daily manufacturing priorities to support throughput, cycle time, yield, quality, and productivity goals.
  • Lead troubleshooting and recovery activities for priority-down semiconductor processing equipment.
  • Analyze equipment, process, and operational issues to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
  • Drive initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
  • Build strong collaborative relationships across engineering, operations, facilities, and technology teams.
  • Monitor operational metrics and identify trends impacting throughput, cycle time, and equipment performance.

Benefits

  • IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Ibm Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

656

FY2026

Approval rate

97.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

391

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.0%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+31%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-85%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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