Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer

Mycronic • Redondo Beach, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mycronic is seeking an experienced Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical) to join their Global Technologies division, specifically within Surfx Technologies, an Applied Plasma business line. Surfx Technologies specializes in atmospheric argon plasmas for high-volume manufacturing in industries like integrated circuits, semiconductor packages, printed circuit boards, and microelectronic devices. The role involves designing and developing innovative new products leveraging mechatronics expertise, collaborating with sales, service, and process engineers to increase market share in the semiconductor equipment industry. The position is pivotal in spearheading the development of advanced plasma tools for the semiconductor sector, utilizing proprietary technology for surface modification. The company fosters an open, collaborative, and flexible environment with opportunities to work with industry experts on challenging projects.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD degree in mechatronics (i.e. mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• 10 years plus of mechanical tool design experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry or working with high precision equipment applications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and Microsoft project.
• Knowledge of equipment cleanliness and safety standards (ISO, CE, UL, SEMI, NFPA, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication as well as project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers; work both independently and effectively within a team.
• Travel domestically and internationally to customer sites, as needed.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; this position does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Prior experience with providing technical guidance and project management mentorship to team members, fostering knowledge sharing, effective planning, cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Spearheads the end-to-end mechanical engineering development cycle for turnkey plasma tools, from conceptualization through design, testing, and successful market launch.
• Innovates and implements advanced mechatronic solutions for high-precision, fully automated plasma machines designed for front and back-end semiconductor manufacturing.
• Applies engineering principles and proficiency in tools like SolidWorks and GD&T for mechanical design and integration.
• Ensures tools deliver critical performance metrics such as fast, effective, damage-free, and particle-free surface modification, leveraging proprietary atmospheric pressure, argon plasma technology.
• Manages project timelines and resources effectively using strong communication skills and Microsoft Project to bring complex equipment to market.
• Coach and mentor less experienced team members while contributing to a high-performing, collaborative environment that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving for complex semiconductor equipment challenges.
• Provides global technical support and expertise, including international travel, to facilitate business operations and product deployment.
• Process Engineering, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Engineering, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Business Process Improvement.

What This Job Offers

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