Mechanical Systems Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, pre-eminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant discipline.
• Prior experience with standard aspects of equipment development, including CAD software, and modeling and simulation software.
• Goal-oriented and demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in teams.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Prior experience in nanofabrication, precision machine design, mechatronics, systems and controls, instrumentation, or optical systems design.
• Experience working in a research or start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Designs, fabricates, assembles and tests equipment systems.
• Creates and maintains up-to-date CADs of equipment systems.
• Assists with researching and procuring various equipment sub-systems.
• Compiles reports on costs and inventory levels.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

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