Mechanical Engineer 2

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor technology company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and support cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. This role involves developing designs, conducting feasibility studies, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience and possess strong skills in CAD tools like CREO and SolidWorks. The position offers a hybrid work model to balance collaboration and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of related work experience or an advanced degree without experience.
• Proficient in 3D CAD tools such as CREO, Siemens NX, ProE, SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the full life cycle of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems from concept to productization.
• Design components using metals, ceramics, quartz, and plastics.
• Conduct analysis including structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics.

Skills

3D CAD tools proficiency

Engineering skills

Technical presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CREO

Siemens NX

ProE

SolidWorks

Job description

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam’s etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting‑edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The Impact You’ll Make

As a Mechanical Engineer at Lam, you design and define cutting‑edge mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems. Your role involves conducting feasibility studies, testing, and guiding teams in detailed design and fabrication. You provide crucial design information needed to shape our technology's packaging. In this role, you will directly contribute to the Deposition Products Group.

What You’ll Do

• Support the full life cycle of mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems from concept to productization, including conceptualization, designing, CAD modeling, development, and test/validation.
• Design components using a variety of metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings.
• Ensure documentation aligns with SEMI, Lam standards, and industry best practices for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Conduct detailed analysis, including structural, finite element analysis (FEA), thermal, heat transfer, stress, vibrations, fluid and gas flow dynamics, and manufacturability to properly specify designs.
• Develop and conduct feasibility studies and test plans to characterize and validate design performance.
• Prepare high‑quality reports and technical presentations to clearly communicate design intent, evaluation, and validation to a diverse audience in design reviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams for procurement and assembly of components and equipment.

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 2+ years of related work experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in 3D CAD tools such as CREO, Siemens NX, ProE, SolidWorks, and others.
• Hands‑on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills.
• This is a graduate‑eligible role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus.
• Experience in project management or problem‑solving while managing time and multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and technical presentation skills.

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non‑discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.