Senior Equipment Design Engineer

GoerTek Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

GoerTek Inc. is seeking an experienced Equipment Design Engineer / Systems Architect to lead end-to-end mechanical, structural and system-level design of next-generation high-precision automated machinery in Singapore.

You will own the architectural vision, balance thermal stability, motion dynamics and manufacturability to achieve sub-micron performance, while coordinating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or related field is required.
• Experience designing high-precision automated equipment is essential.
• Strong background in system architecture and tolerancing practices.
• Proven proficiency with solid modeling and FEA tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture and conceptual design of high-precision equipment.
• Perform detailed mechanical and structural design using CAD tools.
• Conduct FEA for thermal and structural optimization; manage error budgets.
• Drive multidisciplinary alignment across electrical, software, optical, and process teams.
• Oversee DFM/DFA, tolerance analysis, ECOs, and transition to production.

Skills

System architecture

Mechanical design

FEA analysis

Multidisciplinary integration

DFM & DFA

GD&T

3D CAD

Thermal analysis

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Mechanical Eng./Mechatronics/Robotics

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

Job description

We are seeking experienced Equipment Design Engineers / Systems Architects to lead the end-to-end mechanical, structural, and system-level design of next-generation high-precision automated machinery. In this multidisciplinary role, you will own the architectural vision of complex equipment—balancing structural rigidity, thermal stability, motion dynamics, and manufacturability to achieve sub-micron performance levels.

Key Responsibilities

• System Architecture & Concept Design: Lead the conceptualization and architectural layout of high-precision automated equipment, establishing baseline system layouts, module sizing, and overall footprint.
• Detailed Mechanical & Structural Design: Design precision mechanical sub-systems, gantry frameworks, motion stages, and structural frames using advanced CAD tools, ensuring optimal stiffness-to-weight ratios.
• FEA & Error Budgeting: Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for static, dynamic, and thermal performance; develop comprehensive error budgets covering Abbe errors, thermal drift, and mechanical compliance.
• Multidisciplinary Integration: Drive technical alignment across electrical, software, optical, and process engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of cabling, pneumatics, sensors, and end-effectors.
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & Assembly (DFA): Oversee tolerance stack-up analysis, component selection, and engineering change orders (ECOs) to transition designs smoothly from concept to prototype and volume production.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master’s or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 10+ years of hands-on experience designing complex, high-precision automated equipment (e.g., semiconductor manufacturing tools, advanced packaging, precision metrology, or high-end pick-and-place automation).
• Technical Skills:
• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or NX).
• Strong command of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and rigorous tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in FEA simulation tools (ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation) for thermal and structural optimization.
• Deep understanding of precision motion elements (linear motors, air bearings, ball screws, harmonic drives) and vibration isolation principles.
• Familiarity with cleanroom design constraints and material selection for low-outgassing/high-stability environments.