Senior Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Packaging & Automation

ASM; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of next‑generation semiconductor process equipment. You will shape system architecture, drive automation strategies, and collaborate across functions to deliver innovative solutions that meet safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will work on vacuum systems with PLC/SCADA integration, manage projects end‑to‑end, and contribute to continuous improvement while staying current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in semiconductor equipment design and automation.
• Experience with reactors, vacuum chambers, gas delivery systems, pneumatics, and cooling circuits.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to lead innovative design concepts.
• Experience with PLC programming and revision control tools such as Git.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of semiconductor vacuum systems, including equipment selection, process controls, and automation integration.
• Develop and implement automation strategies using PLCs, SCADA, and related tools to optimize efficiency.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, operations, and quality to align on goals and deliverables.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for equipment and automation systems, driving root cause analysis and resolution.
• Own BOM release and maintenance, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting for stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Apply engineering principles and research data to create designs for semiconductor systems and products.
• Perform engineering calculations for structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics challenges.
• Create and revise CAD models and detailed drawings using Creo Parametric for components and assemblies.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation for manufacturing and testing of prototypes and production products.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical skills

PLC programming

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

AutoCAD

Job description

ASM is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of next‑generation semiconductor process equipment. You will shape system architecture, drive automation strategies, and collaborate across functions to deliver innovative solutions that meet safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will work on vacuum systems with PLC/SCADA integration, manage projects end‑to‑end, and contribute to continuous improvement while staying current with industry trends.