Mechanical Engineer – Semiconductor Capital Equipment

Oppstar Technology; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oppstar Technology in Penang is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years in semiconductor capital equipment to own the electromechanical design, layout and manufacturing transition from R&D to high-volume production.

You will lead GD&T-driven layout, packaging and integration of robotic and electrical control panels, ensure strict Copy Exactly execution, safety compliance (UL 508A/IEC 61439), and champion SEMI standards across projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in semiconductor capital equipment.
• Strong grasp of GD&T and precision engineering principles.
• Experience leading NPI transitions to high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of SEMI standards and Copy Exactly methodology.
• Familiarity with electrical enclosures and safety standards (UL 508A / IEC 61439).

Responsibilities

• Drive the NPI transition of semiconductor capital equipment into high-volume manufacturing.
• Lead electromechanical layout, packaging, and routing of mechanical structures and control panels.
• Apply GD&T to manufacturing prints for tight tolerances.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and cleanroom protocols.
• Maintain Copy Exactly practices to duplicate validated designs in production.

Skills

GD&T

Electromechanical layout

NPI experience

Semiconductor capital equipment

Robotics integration

Tools

FEA

CFD

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Semiconductor Capital Equipment

We are seeking a highly detailed and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join us. With a minimum of 5 years in the field, you will take ownership of the electromechanical design, layout, and manufacturing transition of highly complex semiconductor capital equipment. Your designs will directly enable the next generation of microchip manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

NPI Execution: Drive the transition of complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment from R&D into high-volume manufacturing, ensuring seamless integration and scalability.

Electromechanical Layout: Lead the physical arrangement, packaging, and routing of mechanical structures, robotics, and electrical control panels within the machinery.

Precision Engineering: Apply an expert understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to all manufacturing prints

Process Control: Strictly adhere to the "Copy Exactly" methodology, ensuring that validated designs are duplicated perfectly in production without unauthorized variations.

Compliance & Safety: Ensure all mechanical and electromechanical designs comply with industry safety regulations, electrical enclosures, and cleanroom protocols.

5+ years of mechanical engineering experience specifically focused on Semiconductor Capital Equipment NPI projects.

Strong background in complex electromechanical layout and systems integration.

Thorough and practical understanding of GD&T.

Deep knowledge of SEMI standards and the Copy Exactly manufacturing philosophy.

Familiarity with industrial control panel safety standards (UL 508A or IEC 61439).

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus)

Direct experience designing ultra-clean wafer or reticle handling systems.

Hands-on experience with the electromechanical layout of SCARA robotics, 6-axis robotics, end effectors, and/or high-precision linear stages.

Proficiency in running FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) to simulate stress, thermal, and fluid dynamics.

Knowledge of NFPA 79 (Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery).

Oppstar Technology was founded in 2014 in the heart of Penang. In a short span of just 6 years, we have managed to grow and provide satisfaction to our clients with our wholesome design services. Currently, we are able to take full charge of development and One-Stop Shop IC design services from the beginning to the end - all the way to the tape-out processes. Our thorough design services and committed technical support has enable Oppstar to assist clients achieve important milestones during crucial times.

Oppstar Technology has established partnership with top semiconductor companies and key foundries to provide cutting edge technology node design solutions in ASIC and FPGA to our valued customers. Currently, we have successfully delivered a number of complete projects for our key clients, ranging from 55nm to 14nm deep sub-micron process technology nodes physical design and implementation. To ensure value added product development and services, Oppstar Technology prioritizes quality and timeliness in everything we do.