MEMS Design Engineer

Schaeffler; Deer Park (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler in Deer Park, Illinois, is seeking a motivated MEMS design engineer to support production and R&D projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's and preferably a Master's degree in engineering, with 5-10+ years of experience in MEMS design and testing. Key responsibilities involve problem-solving with suppliers, data analysis, and participation in design activities. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $140,000 USD annually, with an emphasis on innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of Micro-Electro-Mechanical-System (MEMS) design and testing experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding MEMS principles and micro-fabrication.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support existing production MEMS suppliers and implement continuous improvement ideas.
• Support R&D projects through MEMS device characterization and data analysis.
• Participate in design activities including layout and executing risk mitigation plans.

Skills

MEMS design and testing experience

Knowledge of principles of MEMS and micro-fabrication

Electrical engineering

Solid-state device physics

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Solid communication skills

Ability to work in a matrixed team

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering (MS)

Ph.D. in engineering

Job description

Schaeffler's Pressure and Flow Business is a leading supplier of automotive Silicon Micro-Machined (MEMS) based Sensors. We are expanding into new sensing technologies and markets. As part of this growth, we are looking to strengthen our development team with an energetic and creative MEMS design engineer who will be passionate about driving innovation and application of MEMs technology in our portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Support existing production MEMs suppliers by leading problem-solving activity and driving the implementation of continuous improvement ideas
• Support R&D projects through MEMs device characterization, coordination of prototype builds, product evaluation testing, and data analysis
• Participate in design activities including layout, DFMEA, DFM, & executing risk mitigation plans
• Update and develop core sensing element engineering specifications
• Conduct sensing element experiments and write engineering reports
• Participate in cross functional sensor application development teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, and Masters degree (MS) in an engineering field required. Ph.D. in engineering preferred.
• 5-10+ years of Micro-Electro-Mechanical-System (MEMS) design and testing experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding the principles of MEMS and micro-fabrication.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding electrical engineering, mechanics of materials, and solid-state device physics
• Solid written and oral communication skills
• Able to take initiative and work in a matrixed team environment.
• Highly organized and able to resolve complex data into concrete actions
• Demonstrated skills regarding Design of Experiments (DOE) and similar statistical methods for MEMS characterization or testing results
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Salary Classification: 11-12

Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000 USD

We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.