Electrical Engineer 2

Lam Research • Fremont, CA

1d • $73,000 - $159,000

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer works in Lam Research’s Global Products Group, designing and developing electronic solutions and equipment for advanced semiconductor applications. The role supports equipment used to deposit thin metal films, which is used in the manufacturing process of integrated circuits. The position involves designing and analyzing equipment, conducting experimental tests, and evaluating results to create reliable solutions. Electrical subsystems include heater and pressure control, three-phase and DC power delivery, cable harnesses, analog and digital control, EtherCAT and RS232 communications, embedded controls, RF power delivery, filters, motion control integration, safety certification, and software functional specifications. The work is approximately 50% system integration, 20% power and distribution, 20% controls, and 10% sustaining engineering. The role reports to the Deposition Product Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 2+ years of experience; an advanced degree without previous professional experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Hands-on experience in electronic circuit design (analog and digital), signal and controls theory, development, associated electrical board design, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Solid understanding of AC/DC power distribution systems.
• System-level understanding of electrical architecture, system integration, and applications.
• Working knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) and low-voltage circuit design for power and control applications.
• Knowledge of CAD tools for circuit design and simulation, such as PCAD, ORCAD, ZUKEN, AutoCAD, Spice, ADS, or HFSS.
• Knowledge of applying power and controls technologies to systems automation.
• Knowledge of project processes and ability to apply fundamentals of project means and methods.
• Excellent research and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to rapidly generate and implement design concepts.
• Ability to work well in a matrix environment.
• Very good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent IT knowledge, including MS Windows and MS Office products.
• Strong organizational skills, creativity, organizational acumen, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with semiconductor capital equipment, power distribution design, industrial electronics, control systems and I/O, or high-voltage power supply design.
• Hands-on experience with design and productization of electrical control systems, electrical CAD systems such as Zuken E3, and practical experience with sensors, actuators, field buses (e.g., Ethernet, Serialb, EtherCAT), measurement, and controls technology.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards such as UL, CE, IEC, SEMI, and NEC.
• Experience working with vendors to implement designs in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• High proficiency troubleshooting systems with network sniffers, protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and tool logs.
• Familiarity with design for serviceability, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Understanding of troubleshooting methods such as 5-Why, 8D, and fishbone analysis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop equipment from initial vision through customer acceptance.
• Create hardware and systems for research and development activities.
• Analyze designs through circuit analysis and bench testing.
• Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEAs).
• Organize, participate in, and lead design reviews.
• Conduct feasibility studies, including generating well-documented test plans.
• Work with the software team to ensure requirements are met.
• Work with suppliers on detailed design, prototype fabrication, and design testing and verification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level