Mechanical Design Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling and fixturing for manufacturing, assembly, disassembly, repair, inspection, and handling operations in semiconductor equipment.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Tooling & Fixture)
Builds
Custom mechanical tooling, fixtures, and layouts for advanced semiconductor manufacturing and assembly workflows.
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing equipment / Mechanical Engineering
Required skills
3D modeling and drafting (UG/NX), engineering analysis, sheet metal design, material selection, GD&T, Design for Excellence, process analysis, test plan definition, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Applied Materials product life cycle knowledge (prototyping, packaging), SPM background
Technologies
UG/NX, CAD software
Responsibilities
Independently identify, diagnose, and resolve complex mechanical tooling and fixture challenges; Design and implement custom mechanical tooling and fixturing; Establish tooling and process standards to improve safety, quality, and efficiency; Define test requirements and document engineering test plans and reports; Technically lead mechanical design and tooling projects from concept through implementation; Collaborate with suppliers to create and validate mechanical product specifications.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC