Mechanical Engineer III - (E3)

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

7d • $108,000 - $148,500 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
• 3–8+ years of experience in mechanical design with exposure to robotics or automation
• Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, Crea)
• Experience designing mechanical systems, assemblies, and tooling
• Understanding of robotic systems, kinematics, and coordinate systems
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing end-of-arm tooling (grippers, vacuum tools, torque tools)
• Familiarity with industrial or collaborative robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, UR, KUKA)
• Programming experience (Python, C++, ROS, or robot-specific languages)
• Knowledge of sensors, vision systems, and automation controls
• Experience in semiconductor equipment, manufacturing automation, or service robotics

Responsibilities

• Robotics & EOAT Design Automation system architecture development including robot selection and validation and End of arm tooling design
• Design and develop end-of-arm tooling (grippers, torque tools, inspection tools, etc.) for robotic applications
• Optimize EOAT for performance, precision, accessibility, and manufacturability
• Define mechanical interfaces between robot, tooling, and process components
• Develop concepts for automated handling of complex parts and assemblies
• Interface with critical OEM suppliers delivering state-of-the-art automation technologies
• System Integration Integrate EOAT with robotic systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces
• Collaborate with controls and software engineers to ensure seamless system operation
• Resolve integration challenges across subsystems (robot arm, sensors, actuators, fixtures)
• Create motion models to analyse clearances using simulation tools like RoboDK or similar
• Prototyping & Validation Build and test prototypes of tooling and automation concepts
• Develop test plans and execute validation for functionality, durability, and repeatability
• Analyze performance data and iterate designs based on testing outcomes
• Programming & Automation Support Develop and modify robot programs (e.g., motion sequences, tool paths, process logic)
• Support integration of sensors, vision systems, and feedback loops
• Work with scripting/tools (Python, ROS, PLC logic, or vendor-specific robot languages) to enable automation workflows
• Design for Automation (DfA / DfAS) Drive product and system design improvements for robotic accessibility, serviceability, and repeatability
• Define design guidelines and standards for automation-friendly hardware
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable scalable automation
• Documentation & Communication Create detailed CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and design documentation
• Author specifications for EOAT and robotic subsystems
• Present technical solutions and trade-offs to stakeholders

Benefits

• supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career
• comprehensive benefits package
• participation in a bonus and a stock award program

What This Job Offers

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