RIO RANCHO, NM, September 08, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Michael G. Hughes has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Hughes has led a remarkable career spanning more than 35 years in the fields of manufacturing and engineering, dedicating nearly three decades of his journey to Intel Corporation. Since 1997, he has served as a lithography engineer at Intel, where he is responsible for developing new ways to manufacture semiconductors, simulating optimized illumination conditions for new processes, and devising innovative methods to push the boundaries of physics in semiconductor manufacturing. He is recognized for his ability to approach complex challenges with creativity and technical acumen, earning multiple divisional recognitions for his contributions.

Prior to his tenure at Intel, Mr. Hughes began his professional journey in manufacturing at age 19, manufacturing fiberglass products, at age 21, he began working at WordPerfect — a word processing platform that debuted in 1979 and gained widespread popularity in the 1980s and 1990s — in a related field. This early experience laid the foundation for his future achievements and provided him with valuable technical insights that would later inform his work as an engineer at Intel.

While also working in the private sector, Mr. Hughes served for 10 years in a combat unit with the Utah National Guard. During his military service, he demonstrated exemplary commitment and leadership, earning the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. Attaining the rank of sergeant, he narrowly missed deployment as part of Operation Desert Storm in 1991 when his unit was pulled back just days before it was to be sent overseas. His military background instilled him with discipline and resilience, qualities that have continued to influence his engineering endeavors.

Though his career counts many milestones, Mr. Hughes is particularly proud of his progression from technician to lithography engineer and subsequently to senior development engineer at Intel Corporation — a trajectory he achieved despite holding only an associate degree from Utah Valley University. His advancement toward the technologist level, stands as a testament to his longstanding dedication and continuous learning within the field.

In addition to his professional roles, Mr. Hughes was listed in the National Collegiate Directory in 1996 and 1997, reflecting early recognition of his academic and professional promise. He is also an active member of the American Legion, underscoring his ongoing commitment to service and assisting his fellow veterans.

Reflecting on his storied journey thus far, Mr. Hughes attributes much of his success to a strong sense of curiosity and persistence, which has driven him to overcome obstacles and challenge conventional expectations throughout his career. When faced with skepticism or discouragement from others, he consistently viewed such moments as opportunities to prove what could be accomplished through determination and hard work.

In his personal life, Mr. Hughes is a deeply devoted family man. Together with his wife, they share a blended family of seven children and six grandchildren. Outside of his professional commitments, he maintains an active lifestyle through hobbies such as woodworking, photography, fishing and kayaking.

Determined to continue his professional ascension in the coming years, Mr. Hughes aspires to attain the role of principal engineer at Intel Corporation. Having already demonstrated that technicians can rise through the ranks to become engineers, he aims to continue breaking barriers within the organization before embarking on a new chapter as a consultant. His journey from serving his country to making a meaningful impact as an engineer is marked by perseverance, innovation and a steadfast commitment to excellence — qualities that have earned him recognition among peers and industry leaders alike.

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