Electrical Engineer 4

Lam Research Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation in Oregon is seeking an Electrical Engineer IV to lead design and integration of advanced electrical systems for semiconductor wet processing equipment. You will own electrical architecture, power distribution, controls, safety circuits, and interfaces, partnering with mechanical, software, and process teams.

The role emphasizes EtherCAT-based automation, lab validation, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years; or equivalent experience.
• Strong background in electrical system architecture, industrial controls, and power distribution.
• Experience designing and releasing complex electrical systems from concept through production.
• Hands-on experience with EtherCAT-based machine control systems and industrial automation.
• Experience with electrical CAD and design tools such as OrCAD, Zuken, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system integration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of complex electrical systems for advanced semiconductor equipment.
• Own electrical architecture, power distribution, controls, safety circuits, and subsystem interfaces.
• Design and implement distributed automation systems utilizing EtherCAT networks and distributed I/O.
• Drive system-level technical decisions balancing performance, reliability, and cost.

Skills

Electrical system architecture

Industrial controls

Power distribution

EtherCAT

Machine control systems

Electrical CAD

OrCAD

Zuken

AutoCAD Electrical

Troubleshooting

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

OrCAD

Zuken

AutoCAD Electrical

Beckhoff TwinCAT

EtherCAT platforms

Job description

The group you’ll be a part ofIn the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.The impact you’ll makeJoin Lam's Wet Equipment Technology Systems (WETs) organization as an Electrical Engineer IV to help lead the development of next-generation semiconductor processing equipment. This is a highly visible role within our New Product Development team, where you will drive electrical architecture, control systems, and integration from concept through production release. Your role involves designing and analyzing equipment, conducting experimental tests, evaluating results to create reliable cutting-edge solutions.In this role, you will directly contribute to development of cutting edge, next generation, semiconductor wet deposition tools.What you’ll doLead the design and integration of complex electrical systems for advanced semiconductor equipment.Own electrical architecture, power distribution, controls, safety circuits, and subsystem interfaces.Design and implement distributed automation systems utilizing EtherCAT networks, distributed I/O, servo drives, sensors, and actuators.Drive system-level technical decisions, balancing performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost.Develop functional specifications for highly complex electrical/ electro-mechanical systems and power distribution components.Partner with Mechanical, Systems, Controls, Software, Process, Manufacturing, and Service Engineering teams to solve complex integration challenges.Lead laboratory validation, troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and design verification activities.Mentor junior engineers and contribute to electrical engineering best practices.Who we’re looking forMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.Strong background in electrical system architecture, industrial controls, and power distribution systems.Experience designing and releasing complex electrical systems from concept through production.Hands-on experience with EtherCAT-based machine control systems and industrial automation.Experience with electrical CAD and design tools such as OrCAD, Zuken, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar.Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system integration skills.Preferred qualificationsSemiconductor equipment or complex capital equipment experience.Experience with Beckhoff/TwinCAT or similar EtherCAT platforms.Knowledge of SEMI, UL, CE, IEC, and NFPA-79 standards.Familiarity with machine safety, EMC/EMI design, and controls architecture.Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical projects and mentoring engineers.Ability to define functional requirements and execute in a dynamic team environment.Excellent oral and written communication skills including technical presentations.Our commitmentWe believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.Lam Research (\"Lam\" or the \"Company\") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.Our Perks and BenefitsAt Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.