Mechanical Design Eng II

SSB Phoenix East•Phoenix, AZ

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today! UCT is looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer II to join us in Phoenix, AZ! As a Mechanical Design Engineer II, you'll be a key member of a cross-functional team focused on designing tooling, jigs, and equipment tailored for processes involving various chemicals and coatings. You’ll ensure designs meet stringent requirements for safety, ergonomics, cost efficiency, product performance, and structural integrity—while also improving processes and minimizing employee-related failures. The Mechanical Design Engineer is the main point of contact for all production process equipment and associated fixture-related designs, actions and plans. Provides design/build/fixture/handling systems support for a variety of applications globally. Leads efforts in constantly improving equipment yields and performance, accountable for creating fixtures to eliminate preventable injuries during process. Continually develops the skills necessary for sustaining "world class" parts clean engineering services.

Requirements

At least 1 year working as an Mechanical Engineer, and/or technically oriented Design Engineer is required
SolidWorks and AutoCAD
GD&T
FEA
Tolerance analysis
Material selection
Troubleshooting with cross functional team
Creating BOM, ECO, and PM criteria’s
Identifying Critical to Quality parameters
English writing and verbal communication

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Semi-conductor industry is an advantage.
Knowledge of Mandarin or Korean is a plus.
Design for Six Sigma (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Create custom tooling, jigs, and fixtures using CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo), ensuring precision, repeatability, and compliance with manufacturability standards.
Incorporate material recommendations, cost analysis, GD&T, and tolerance considerations into design decisions.
Create a Preventive Maintenance plan for tooling and equipment.
Create jigs for coating processes to protect critical surfaces and maintain structural integrity under high temperature applications.
Use FEA and other CAD tools to validate mechanical performance under chemical exposure, stress, vibration, or ergonomic constraints.
Iterate designs based on simulation data to optimize safety and durability.
Ensure all designs facilitate efficient manufacturing—considering fabrication methods (CNC, molding, coatings), assembly, ergonomics, cost, and maintainability.
Apply ergonomic principles to reduce operator strain and improve safety.
Develops and maintains process equipment requirements and specifications.
Develops and maintains process equipment work procedures (preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance).
Develops and implement training materials, examinations and certifications regarding process equipment maintenance and operations.
Engage with production, quality, procurement, and safety teams to align tooling with process needs and regulatory standards.
Support manufacturing by resolving tool-related issues and overseeing repairs or modification.
Produce detailed technical drawings, BOMs, ECOs, and maintenance instructions.
Maintain design revision history and documentation for safety and regulatory audit purposes.