Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Wafer Chucks & Wafer Positioning Stages
About The Position
As a mechanical design engineer specializing in multi axis motion systems for wafer scanning with nanometers level vibration and accuracy, you will be at the forefront of creating fast, precise, reliable, and efficient electro-mechanical systems! Collaborate with multi-functional team such as, controls engineers, systems engineers, and manufacturing engineers to develop concept, details, and iterate on design to optimize performance Present design reviews, procure prototypes, & work with vendors for various parts, assemblies, motors, bearings, etc. Design parts, assemblies using Creo/SolidWorks and generate drawings with GD&T for high performance wafer positioning/motion stages, wafer chucks, and related tooling Perform analysis and simulations, such as structural, thermal, vibration/modal FEAs to optimize components/assemblies for stiffness, damping, accuracy, and manufacturability
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field with experience in motion systems, precision mechanics, or mechatronics
- Proficient in Creo/SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD modeling tools with several years of work experience and in structural, thermal, and vibration/modal FEA
- DFM experience with machining, sheet metals, and castings; knowledge of data analysis tools such as Python or MATLAB
- PhD Degree with 0 years related work experience; Master's degree with at least three years' experience; Bachelor's degree with at least five years' experience
Nice To Haves
- Experience with feedback systems involving high resolution optical encoders/laser interferometers, linear motors, linear guides, air bearings, etc.
- Design experience of dynamic X,Y sub-micron positioning stages; vibration and modal testing using accelerometers, impact hammer, etc.
- Semiconductor capital equipment design experience
- Vibration isolation system, motion control, Simulink, PID servo tuning
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with multi-functional team such as, controls engineers, systems engineers, and manufacturing engineers to develop concept, details, and iterate on design to optimize performance
- Present design reviews, procure prototypes, & work with vendors for various parts, assemblies, motors, bearings, etc.
- Design parts, assemblies using Creo/SolidWorks and generate drawings with GD&T for high performance wafer positioning/motion stages, wafer chucks, and related tooling
- Perform analysis and simulations, such as structural, thermal, vibration/modal FEAs to optimize components/assemblies for stiffness, damping, accuracy, and manufacturability
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
- 401(K) including company matching
- employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
- student debt assistance
- tuition reimbursement program
- development and career growth opportunities and programs
- financial planning benefits
- wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
- paid time off and paid company holidays
- family care and bonding leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
