Sr. Electrical Engineer

Lam Research•Tualatin, OR

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About The Position

The Sr. Electrical Engineer joins Lam Research’s Global Products Group, which designs and engineers etch and deposition products for the semiconductor industry. The role designs and develops electronic solutions for advanced applications, analyzes equipment, conducts experimental tests, and evaluates results to create reliable solutions. The engineer contributes to research and development for future products and collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams. The position also serves as a resource and mentor for more junior colleagues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 8 or more years of experience; or a master’s degree with 6 or more years of experience; or equivalent experience.
Hands-on experience in analog and digital electronic circuit design, signal and controls theory, development, electrical board design, troubleshooting, and validation.
Understanding of AC/DC power distribution systems.
In-depth system-level understanding of electrical architecture, system integration, and applications.
Excellent working knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) and low-voltage circuit design for power and control applications.
Expertise applying power and controls technologies to systems automation.
Knowledge of CAD tools for circuit design and simulation, such as PCAD, ORCAD, ZUKEN, AutoCAD, Spice, ADS, or HFSS.

Nice To Haves

Ability to define functional requirements and execute work in a dynamic team environment.
Familiarity with design for serviceability, manufacturability, and reliability.
High proficiency troubleshooting systems with tools such as network sniffers, protocol analyzers, and tool logs.
Experience troubleshooting with problem-solving techniques such as 5-why, 8D, or fishbone analysis.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical presentations.
Experience in the semiconductor industry or a related industry, such as industrial, automotive, or military.

Responsibilities

Design and develop highly complex electrical systems, subsystems, and solutions using engineering methods.
Contribute to research and development for future products by collecting and analyzing data to improve electrical system designs.
Develop functional specifications for highly complex electrical and electromechanical systems and power distribution components.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering design teams to design and modify custom and OEM system components.
Perform hands-on testing and validation using laboratory equipment to characterize electrical and electromechanical system performance.
Prepare reports and technical presentations communicating design intent, analysis, and results to diverse audiences in design reviews.
Act as a resource and mentor for more junior colleagues.