Senior Mechanical Engineer

Brooks Automation•Chelmsford, MA

9d•$118,265 - $160,006

About The Position

Brooks Automation is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of vacuum robots and precision electromechanical systems for semiconductor manufacturing. The role involves technical leadership across product development, engineering analysis, new product introduction, customer support, sustaining engineering, and supplier collaboration. The position may be based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, or Austin, Texas. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the role and business needs; specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 8 years of experience designing robotics, automation equipment, or precision electromechanical systems.
Experience developing products from concept through production release.
Experience integrating mechanical systems with controls, sensors, actuators, and embedded software.
Experience leading technical projects or acting as a subsystem owner.
Expert knowledge of precision mechanical design, motion control systems, robotics and automation equipment, bearings, motors, actuators, drive systems, material handling systems, mechanisms, and kinematics.
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools, GD&T, FEA and simulation tools, engineering change management systems, and product lifecycle management tools.
Strong technical problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to influence technical direction across teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment.
Strong collaboration and customer-facing skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Semiconductor capital equipment experience.
Experience with semiconductor wafer handling robotics.
Knowledge of vacuum-compatible mechanical systems.
Familiarity with ISO, SEMI, CE, UL, and relevant industry standards.
Experience with systems engineering methodologies.
Experience with agile product development environments.
Experience leading global cross-functional development teams.
Creo experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and development of vacuum robots, precision electromechanical systems, motion platforms, end effectors, and material handling mechanisms.
Develop solutions that meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost objectives.
Generate engineering specifications, verification plans, risk assessments, and design documentation.
Drive product development through Brooks' stage-gate product development process.
Serve as technical lead for significant development projects, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical guidance across project teams.
Lead design reviews and engineering tradeoff analyses.
Collaborate with software, controls, electrical, and systems engineering teams to optimize system performance.
Support strategic technology roadmaps and platform development initiatives.
Perform and review structural, modal, thermal, and CFD FEA using Ansys, and conduct tolerance stack-up analyses.
Develop analytical models and test methods to validate design performance.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to transfer products into production and support prototype builds, qualification testing, and production ramp activities.
Drive Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Design for Reliability, and Design for Cost initiatives.
Interface with customers to understand application requirements and resolve complex technical issues.
Support evaluation of customer opportunities and custom applications, and participate in customer reviews and field investigations as required.
Lead field issue resolution and root cause investigations; drive reliability, quality, and cost-reduction projects.
Manage component obsolescence and supplier change activities, and implement product enhancements based on customer feedback and operational data.
Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners, evaluate component technologies and emerging robotics solutions, and support supplier qualification and design reviews.