Mechanical Design Engineer

Fulcrum Technologies, Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Safe Harbor matching

Health and Vision insurance

Dental Insurance

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave

Job summary

Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop robust mechanical and structural solutions for semiconductor tool pedestals.

You will extract design values from customer specifications and drawings, apply DFM principles, and create detailed Inventor models and drawings with FEA analyses. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in mechanical design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor, and experience with metal fabrication.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor 2018 or newer.
• Experience in metal fabrication and machine shop applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust mechanical and structural solutions for semiconductor tool pedestals.
• Extract and interpret design values from customer specs and drawings.
• Apply DFM to reduce costs and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Create models and drawings using Inventor; perform FEA analyses.

Skills

Inventor

Autodesk AutoCAD

DFM

ERP navigation

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop robust, cost-effective mechanical & structural solutions for a range of semiconductor tool pedestals that fall within tool manufacturer specifications and customer facility requirements.
• Extract and interpret design values from customer specifications, manuals, and construction drawings.
• Leverage new materials and coatings in alignment with customer requirements that provide flexibility of supply and cost reduction incentives.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to new and existing designs that drive down costs and increase efficiency through the shop.
• Use Inventor software to create detailed models, drawings, and perform FEA analysis for mechanical assemblies.
• Bring new perspective and support to establish best practices for design and print creation.
• Ability to adopt and apply Fulcrum’s documented design standards.
• Develop fabrication and machining fixtures that support both in-house manufacturing and key suppliers.
• Manage time sensitive design tasks to accommodate business needs.
• Ensure design deliverables are aligned with downstream customers.
• Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s) as assigned, and address design related challenges in production.
• Ability to communicate project status both verbally and in writing, identifying risks and resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor 2018 or newer.
• Experience designing for metal fabrication & machine shop applications with knowledge of cutting, grinding, forming, welding and milling.
• Experience with change management systems, standards, CAD systems & file structures, etc.
• Comfortable working with both metric and U.S. standard units.
• Familiar navigating an ERP system to identify information relative to components and materials.
• Experience with semiconductor industry a plus

Work Environment:

• Primarily in an on-site office environment within a manufacturing and engineering setting.
• This position is 100% on-site.
• Positive. Collaborative. Energetic. Innovative. Exciting.
• Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and leadership.
• This position is required to work directly with the manufacturing floor where PPE must be worn (provided by employer).
• Occasional fab visit may be required with proper training and badging.
• Full-time, permanent position with excellent benefits.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with Safe Harbor matching
• Health and Vision insurance (Base plan 100% paid for employee and qualified dependents)
• Dental Insurance (50% paid by employer)
• Short Term Disability (100% paid by employer)
• Accident Insurance (100% paid by employer)
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave

Company Values:

Safety, Quality, Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork, and Respect for Coworkers.