MECHANICAL ENGINEER

PrideNow; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideNow is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Level 4 to join a leading global semiconductor technology company at the forefront of advanced etch and deposition solutions. You will design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, taking designs from concept and CAD modeling through testing and validation.

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on experience (or 6+ with a Master’s), strong CAD skills (Siemens NX), vacuum and RF/high-voltage knowledge, and a solid background in heat transfer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 8+ years experience, or Master’s with 6+ years.
• Hands-on mechanical design and experimental engineering experience.
• Advanced 3D CAD experience, especially Siemens NX.
• Experience with vacuum system design and RF/high-voltage applications.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer and RCCA/FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems.
• Work with metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings.
• Perform structural, thermal, heat transfer, stress, vibration, fluid, and gas-flow analysis.
• Develop feasibility studies, test plans, and validation strategies.
• Apply GD&T and ensure designs meet industry and engineering standards.
• Lead technical problem-solving, including FMEA, RCCA, and risk analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, design reviews, and presentations.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional engineering groups.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Vacuum systems

RF/high-voltage

Heat transfer

RCCA/FMEA

Technical communication

Semiconductor experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field + 8+ years, or Master’s + 6+

Job description

Mechanical Engineers: Ready to engineer what’s next in semiconductor technology?

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer Level 4 to join a leading global semiconductor technology company at the forefront of innovation in advanced etch and deposition solutions.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER 4

2-year contract | Potential extension

This is an opportunity to work on highly sophisticated mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, taking designs from concept and CAD modeling through testing, validation, and productization.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems
• Work with metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings
• Perform structural, thermal, heat transfer, stress, vibration, fluid, and gas-flow analysis
• Develop feasibility studies, test plans, and validation strategies
• Apply GD&T and ensure designs meet industry and engineering standards
• Lead technical problem-solving, including FMEA, RCCA, and risk analysis
• Prepare technical reports, design reviews, and presentations
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional engineering groups
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field + 8+ years of experience, or Master’s + 6+ years
• Strong hands-on mechanical design and experimental engineering experience
• Advanced 3D CAD experience, especially Siemens NX
• Experience with vacuum system design and RF/high-voltage applications
• Strong understanding of heat transfer
• Experience with RCCA, FMEA, and technical brainstorming
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical presentation skills
• Semiconductor industry experience is highly valued

Why this opportunity?

You’ll be working on complex engineering challenges where mechanical design directly contributes to the development of next-generation semiconductor equipment and technologies. If you enjoy solving difficult technical problems, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing your designs move from concept to real-world application, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

As part of the client’s standard compliance process and cultural fit assessment, all pre-selected candidates are required to complete a mandatory in-person meetup with the hiring coordinator in Pleasanton, CA before being submitted for consideration.

Please note:

This meetup is required to move forward in the selection process and must be completed in person. There is no virtual/online option available.

Candidates must be interested and available to attend the meetup in Pleasanton, CA to proceed with their application.

ABOUT US

PrideNow is Pride Global’s light industrial staffing organization, a distinguished division within the Pride Global network. We specialize in providing top-tier workforce solutions to the light industrial industry. Leveraging our global reach, PrideNow is committed to empowering diversity, ensuring compliance, and driving success for our clients and candidates.

For workers in the United States, Pride Global and it's affiliates 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, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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Personal information is collected and used for the following business purposes: evaluating qualifications and eligibility for employment; communication regarding the recruitment and application process; verifying eligibility for employment; and complying with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

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Pride Global and it's 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 it's 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.

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.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.