Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical)

Mycronic • Redondo Beach, CA

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About The Position

Mycronic is seeking an experienced Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer to join its Global Technologies division, working within Surfx Technologies, its Applied Plasma business line. Surfx Technologies develops atmospheric argon plasma equipment for high-volume manufacturing of integrated circuits, semiconductor packages, printed circuit boards, and other microelectronic devices. Its automated plasma machines support surface cleaning, activation, and metal oxide removal.

The engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and continuously improving automated plasma equipment for the semiconductor industry. The role leads mechanical engineering from concept and system design through prototyping, testing, validation, and product launch, applying mechatronics expertise to create high-precision, reliable equipment. The engineer collaborates with electrical, controls, software, and process engineering teams to integrate complex systems and meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements. In partnership with sales, service, and management, the engineer also supports troubleshooting and customer needs and identifies opportunities to improve equipment functionality, manufacturability, and performance.

The position includes travel to customer sites domestically and internationally as needed. Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD degree in mechatronics, such as mechanical or electrical engineering.
• More than 10 years of mechanical tool design experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of equipment cleanliness and safety standards, including ISO, CE, UL, SEMI, and NFPA.
• Strong verbal and written communication and project management skills.
• Ability to mentor engineers and work both independently and effectively within a team.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to customer sites as needed.
• Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; the position does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Prior experience providing technical guidance and project management mentorship to team members, fostering knowledge sharing, effective planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical tool design experience in the semiconductor industry or with high-precision equipment applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering development for turnkey plasma equipment, from concept and feasibility through detailed design, prototyping, testing, and product launch.
• Design and integrate mechanical and mechatronic systems for high-precision automated plasma tools used in front-end and back-end semiconductor manufacturing.
• Develop mechanical designs, assemblies, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks and GD&T principles.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, software, and process engineering teams to integrate subsystems and deliver complete equipment solutions.
• Plan and execute equipment testing, troubleshooting, and design validation to meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements, including damage-free and particle-free surface modification.
• Apply engineering analysis, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methods to identify design risks, resolve technical issues, and improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Manage engineering project schedules, resources, and deliverables, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Work with sales, service, and process engineering teams to address customer requirements, incorporate field feedback, and guide product improvement.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and technical troubleshooting at customer sites worldwide.

Benefits

• Annual short-term incentive (bonus) program.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Optional supplemental insurance and lifestyle benefits.
• 401(k) savings program with a 5% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees, professional certifications, and targeted executive development.

What This Job Offers

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