CareerPlan

Opto-Mechanical Engineer IV (E4)

Santa Clara,CAFull-time$147k–$203k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10
Based in United States

Core

Design and implement custom opto-mechanical tooling, layouts, and processes for complex subsystems to enable handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts throughout the product life cycle.

Role type

Senior IC opto-mechanical engineer

Builds

Complex opto-mechanical subsystems for semiconductor equipment

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing equipment

Required skills

CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis, Design for Excellence, sub-micron alignment, optical system integration, mechanical analysis, DFM, HVM

Preferred skills

Applied Materials product life cycle knowledge

Technologies

CAD software

Responsibilities

Lead and/or design the opto-mechanical solution of complex subsystems; Identify and troubleshoot complex mechanical problems; Develop detailed component and assembly drawings to meet tight tolerancing requirements; Perform mechanical analyses to ensure performance stability; Design sub-assemblies to achieve sub-micron alignment and long-term stability; Define and optimize sub-assemblies for temperature operating ranges; Define and own the opto-mechanical interface between optical, mechanical, and electrical subsystems; Lead integration and alignment activities for prototype and production optical systems; Develop alignment procedures, optical bench setups, and calibration workflows; Design for manufacturability and HVM, including the development of key suppliers.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC