Electrical Engineer Designer

W3Global; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) program

Paid time off

Hands-on engineering environment

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain electrical systems for semiconductor automation and robotic equipment. You will collaborate with mechanical, software, controls, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable equipment and address issues from design through production and customer installation.

Qualifications include a bachelor's in electrical engineering and 5+ years in related fields, with hands-on experience in schematics, wiring,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an electrical discipline.
• 5+ years in electrical engineering, preferably in semiconductor or automation.
• Experience reading schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with AC/DC power systems and industrial controls.
• Experience with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for semiconductor automation and robotics.
• Create schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and technical specs.
• Select components, sensors, motors, drives, and controllers.
• Integrate electrical, motion control, and automation systems.
• Support testing, validation, and qualification of equipment.
• Collaborate with controls and software teams to debug issues.
• Assist with manufacturing transitions and field service support.
• Review designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Travel to customer sites as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Schematic diagrams

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming

Electrical testing

Job description

Job Description

Our client is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of electrical systems used in our semiconductor automation and robotic equipment.

The Electrical Engineer will work closely with mechanical, software, controls, manufacturing, and field service teams to develop reliable equipment and resolve technical issues from design through production and customer installation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for semiconductor automation and robotic equipment.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, and electrical documentation.
• Select electrical components, sensors, motors, drives, power supplies, controllers, and related hardware.
• Support integration of electrical, motion control, and automation systems.
• Work with controls and software engineers to troubleshoot equipment and system-level issues.
• Perform electrical testing, debugging, validation, and qualification of new and existing equipment.
• Support prototype builds and transition designs into manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control issues during production, installation, and customer support.
• Work with manufacturing and suppliers on electrical components, assemblies, and design changes.
• Review and maintain BOMs, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements related to performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Support engineering change orders and product improvements.
• Assist with customer and field-service issues when electrical engineering support is required.
• Travel to customer sites, including semiconductor manufacturing facilities, as needed.
• Follow applicable electrical safety, equipment, and industry standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Engineering organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in semiconductor equipment, industrial automation, robotics, or capital equipment.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting electrical systems for automated equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring, sensors, motors, motion systems, and control hardware.
• Experience with AC/DC power systems, electrical panels, power distribution, and industrial controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using electrical CAD tools; AutoCAD Electrical or similar experience is preferred.
• Experience with PLCs, motion control, servo systems, or industrial automation is highly desirable.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engineering projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Wafer handling or robotic automation.
• Vacuum equipment or semiconductor process equipment.
• Servo motors and motion-control systems.
• PLC and industrial control systems.
• Safety circuits and interlock systems.
• Equipment installation and customer-site support.
• Experience with semiconductor automation equipment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) program.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to work on advanced semiconductor automation and robotic equipment.
• A hands‑on engineering environment with direct involvement in product development and customer applications.