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Systems Engineer, Platform & Integration III (E3)

Santa Clara,CA💼 Full-time💰 $138,000–$138,000🗓 2026-08-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design, integrate, and optimize complex mechanical, opto-mechanical, and optical subsystems for semiconductor process equipment.

Role type

Senior Systems Engineer (Platform & Integration)

Builds

Advanced semiconductor tool platforms (etch, CMP, inspection, metrology) and precision optical/mechanical assemblies.

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing equipment / Opto-mechanical engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: complex wafer processing tools and subsystems)

Required skills

Systems architecture definition, mechanical/optical component integration, system specification definition, cross-functional collaboration, trade-off analysis, prototype qualification, supplier component evaluation, reliability testing, design for manufacturability (DFM), field troubleshooting.

Preferred skills

None explicitly stated.

Technologies

None explicitly stated (mentions specific components like interferometers, lenses, but not software/tools).

Responsibilities

Lead architecture definition and testing of optical subsystems; Design and integrate precision mechanical and optical assemblies; Define system engineering specifications aligned to performance targets; Collaborate with process engineers to translate requirements into designs; Lead architecture trade-offs and design reviews; Prototype and qualify subsystems within wafer processing tools; Partner with global suppliers to source and qualify components; Conduct validation and reliability testing per SEMI standards; Diagnose and resolve performance issues in fab conditions; Lead system integration and tool bring-up; Drive DFM and cost optimization; Provide onsite and remote support to field teams.

Seniority

Mid-to-Senior level (4-7 years experience required)

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