Senior Systems Architect, Precision Stage V (E5)
Core
Owns end-to-end architecture of high-precision motion stages and mechatronic subsystems, translating positioning and dynamic requirements into mechanical/control co-design for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Role type
Senior IC systems architect (precision motion stages)
Builds
High-precision motion stages and mechatronic subsystems for semiconductor chip manufacturing
Domain
Semiconductor equipment / Precision motion control
Required skills
mechanical design, motion control architecture, servo loop design, dynamic modeling, error budgeting, multi-axis control, FPGA/DSP integration, metrology, thermal analysis, structural dynamics
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
laser interferometers, encoders, capacitive/optical sensors, motion controllers, FPGA, DSP, drives, amplifiers, SEMI S2/S8/S14, NFPA 79, CE, EMI/EMC
Responsibilities
Define control system architecture and mechanical/control trade-offs; set technical direction and performance targets; develop dynamic models and integrate with control design; specify and validate multi-axis servo loops; conduct stability and bandwidth analysis; build and qualify prototypes; troubleshoot servo instability and dynamic errors; partner with electrical/firmware/software teams; support system integration and testing.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC