Mechanical Engineer

ETHOS SEARCH ASSOCIATES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Search Associates Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support design, development, integration and validation of mechanical systems for semiconductor and automation equipment.

You will work with System Engineers, internal teams, and vendors to ensure designs meet quality and reliability requirements. The role involves collaborating on specifications, performing design and analysis, and supporting field deployment and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor or automation products; fresh graduates welcome.
• Experience in wafer fabrication, semiconductor equipment or medical equipment is preferred.
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of tolerance stack-up analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
• SolidWorks or equivalent CAD tools is mandatory.
• Experience with vision applications would be an advantage.
• Experience in thermal modeling, thermal calculations and thermal measurement techniques would be an advantage.
• Hands-on approach throughout the product development cycle.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to work extended hours during critical phases.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with System Engineers to define mechanical system specifications.
• Perform component selection, tolerance analysis and motion-system design.
• Develop mechanical solutions for semiconductor and automation equipment.
• Support design evaluation, analysis and component qualification.
• Support integration, testing and validation of systems during development.
• Assist with equipment assembly, validation and troubleshooting.
• Provide installation and engineering support at customer sites when required.
• Assist in resolving technical issues during system integration.

Skills

Mechanical design

Tolerance analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Hands-on development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

Thermal modeling tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, development, integration and validation of mechanical systems and subsystems for semiconductor and automation equipment. The role works closely with System Engineers, internal teams, external design partners and vendors to deliver solutions that meet design, quality and reliability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design and Development
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with System Engineers to define mechanical system and subsystem design specifications.
  
  
  • Perform mechanical component selection, tolerance analysis and motion-system design to ensure technical requirements are met.
  
  
  • Develop mechanical design solutions for semiconductor and automation equipment.
  
  
  • Support design evaluation, engineering analysis and component qualification activities.
  
  
  
  


• System Integration, Testing and Validation
  
  
  
  • Support the integration, testing and validation of systems during product development and manufacturing.
  
  
  • Participate in equipment assembly, system validation and troubleshooting activities.
  
  
  • Provide installation and engineering support at customer sites when required.
  
  
  • Support the resolution of technical issues during system integration and customer-site deployment.
  
  
  
  


• Project and Manufacturing Support
  
  
  
  • Manage assigned project activities from concept development through release to manufacturing.
  
  
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure that design and project requirements are achieved.
  
  
  • Support new product introduction and the transfer of engineering designs to manufacturing.
  
  
  • Maintain appropriate design and project documentation throughout the development cycle.
  
  
  
  


• Vendor and Partner Management
  
  
  
  • Work with internal teams and external design partners on co-development projects.
  
  
  • Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure that subsystems meet design, quality and reliability requirements.
  
  
  • Monitor technical deliverables and support the resolution of vendor-related design issues.
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.


• 3 years or more of relevant experience in semiconductor or automation products. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.


• Experience in the wafer fabrication, semiconductor equipment or medical equipment industry is preferred.


• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.


• Knowledge of tolerance stack-up analysis and Finite Element Analysis.


• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD tools is mandatory.


• Experience with vision applications would be an advantage.


• Experience in thermal modelling, thermal calculations and thermal measurement techniques would be an advantage.


• Willingness to take a hands‑on approach throughout the product development cycle.


• Good communication skills, with cross-cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively with different stakeholders.


• Willingness to work extended hours during critical phases of project execution when required.