Mechanical Design Engineer

Russell Tobin; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 82,656 - 84,033; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k)

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Global is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop next‑generation semiconductor manufacturing equipment, focusing on mechanical subsystems, fluidics, and NPI.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years' mechanical design experience, NX proficiency, and hands-on work with FEA/CFD, GD&T, and prototyping in a fast‑paced environment. This is a 12‑month contract in Oregon, with a pay rate of $60–$61/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is required.
• 6+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in semiconductor equipment.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX for 3D modeling and drawings.
• Experience performing FEA and CFD analyses to support design decisions.
• Knowledge of fluidic systems including manifolds, tubing, valves, and process components.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, validation, and engineering changes.
• Strong GD&T, materials knowledge, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, assemblies, and fluidic subsystems for advanced semiconductor equipment.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and manufacturing documentation using Siemens NX.
• Design and optimize fluid handling systems including manifolds, tubing, valves, and fittings.
• Perform engineering analysis (FEA, CFD, tolerance stack-up) to validate designs.
• Support prototype builds, system integration, debugging, and product validation.
• Contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept to production release.
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, process, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA, root cause analysis, and engineering changes.
• Improve reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost through sound engineering practices.

Skills

Semiconductor Equipment Design

Wet Process Equipment

CAD Modeling

Engineering Drawings

FEA

CFD

MATLAB

Simulink

NPI

GD&T

Prototype Development

Design Validation

DFMEA

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Manufacturing Processes

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Siemens NX

Autodesk Inventor

Creo

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential Extension)

Pay Rate: $60–61/hour

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of next-generation semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on mechanical subsystem design, fluidic systems, engineering analysis, and new product introduction (NPI) within a collaborative product development environment.

The ideal candidate has experience designing precision mechanical assemblies, fluid handling systems, and semiconductor equipment using Siemens NX, while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, assemblies, and fluidic subsystems for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and maintain detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation using Siemens NX.
• Design and optimize fluid handling systems including manifolds, tubing, valves, fittings, and related mechanical assemblies.
• Perform engineering analysis including FEA, CFD, tolerance stack-up, and structural evaluations to validate designs.
• Support prototype builds, system integration, debugging, and product validation.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept through production release.
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, process, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to deliver robust, manufacturable designs.
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA, root cause analysis, and engineering change activities.
• Improve product reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost through sound engineering practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 6+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Experience designing semiconductor capital equipment or other complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Strong proficiency with Siemens NX for 3D modeling and detailed drawing creation.
• Experience performing FEA and CFD analysis to support design decisions.
• Knowledge of fluidic system design including tubing, manifolds, fittings, valves, and process flow components.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, validation, and engineering changes.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, GD&T, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting wet process semiconductor equipment or fluid delivery systems.
• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor or Creo.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, DFM, DFA, and reliability engineering.
• Experience working in fast‑paced NPI environments.
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory equipment, prototype assembly, and mechanical testing.

Key Skills

• Semiconductor Equipment Design
• Wet Process Equipment
• CAD Modeling
• Engineering Drawings
• FEA
• CFD
• MATLAB
• Simulink
• Mechanical Design
• NPI (New Product Introduction)
• GD&T
• Prototype Development
• Design Validation
• DFMEA
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Manufacturing Processes
• Technical Documentation

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.