Equipment Engineer

Talently; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead R&D initiatives and drive innovation in manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage the design and development of reactor systems, and ensure high-quality manufacturing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in mechanical design, especially with vacuum systems. Strong proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks is essential. Join this dynamic environment and push engineering boundaries.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Extensive experience in designing vacuum systems, preferably within the semiconductor or manufacturing sectors.
• Practical knowledge of common manufacturing methods and industrial machine tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop new reactor systems, assemblies, and components.
• Oversee the manufacturing process of machined parts, guiding designs from R&D through to production.
• Manage prototyping, detailed documentation, and fabrication processes.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Vacuum Systems

CAD (SolidWorks)

PLC Systems

Thermal/Fluid Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or closely related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Skills: Mechanical Design, Vacuum Systems, CAD (SolidWorks), PLC Systems, Thermal/Fluid Modeling

About the Company / The Opportunity:

Our client is a trailblazer in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact R&D initiatives, directly influencing innovation and manufacturing processes. If you are passionate about mechanical design, hands-on engineering, and developing complex systems at the forefront of technological advancement, this position offers an exciting environment to grow and push boundaries.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop new reactor systems, assemblies, and components.
• Oversee the manufacturing process of machined parts, guiding designs from R&D through to production with an emphasis on performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Apply expertise in machine design, mechanics, kinematics, thermals, and fluids to innovative reactor equipment development.
• Manage prototyping, detailed documentation, and fabrication processes, including preparing technical drawings and coordinating with machine shops and external vendors.
• Troubleshoot and improve existing reactor designs by implementing changes to boost productivity and yield.
• Lead multiple engineering projects and mentor team members to achieve project milestones and innovation targets.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Extensive experience in designing vacuum systems, preferably within the semiconductor or manufacturing sectors.
• High proficiency with CAD modeling tools, especially SolidWorks.
• Practical knowledge of common manufacturing methods and industrial machine tools.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with electromechanical components, PLC systems, and industrial controls.
• Solid foundation in thermal and fluid modeling.
• Background in aerospace manufacturing or similar high-tech industries.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills and a hands-on, innovative approach to hardware design.
• Experience managing or mentoring engineering teams across multiple projects.