Mechanical Engineer- Motion Systems (CIP) (PSP)

Veeco; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Veeco is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer focused on chamber development within the Precision Surface Processing division. You will own the design of critical subsystems that operate in aggressive chemical environments, taking concepts from architecture through validation to production.

This highly visible role supports Veeco’s engineered-to-order strategy, enabling advanced device architectures for leading fabs worldwide. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of capital equipment design experience or MS with 3+ years.
• Experience developing chambers or components in chemical process environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure single-wafer wet process chambers and subassemblies for robust performance and manufacturability under chemical exposure.
• Define detailed mechanical specifications from customer requirements and integrate automation, gas, and fluid delivery into complete systems.
• Conduct thermal and structural analyses (FEA) for static, dynamic, and thermal conditions; validate designs with prototype testing.
• Create and manage CAD models, drawings, and BOMs (SolidWorks/PLM); support rapid ECO cycles.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

FEA (structural & thermal)

GD&T

SEMI standards

Engineering collaboration

Problem solving

Travel up to 10%

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering (optional)

Tools

PLM tools

SAP (PLM)

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

Overview

Veeco’s Precision Surface Processing (PSP) division creates advanced wet processing systems for next-generation semiconductors fueling AI, advanced packaging, and high-performance devices. As a Mechanical Design Engineer focused on chamber development, you will own the design of critical subsystems that operate in aggressive chemical environments—bringing cutting‑edge concepts from architecture through validation to production. This highly visible role is core to Veeco’s Engineered‑to‑Order product strategy, enabling breakthrough device architectures at leading fabs worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure single-wafer wet process chambers and related subassemblies, ensuring robust performance and manufacturability under aggressive chemical exposure.
• Define detailed mechanical specifications from customer requirements and integrate automation, gas, and fluid delivery elements into complete systems.
• Conduct thermal and structural analyses (FEA) for static, dynamic, and thermal conditions; validate designs with hands‑on prototype testing.
• Create and manage CAD models, drawings, and BOMs (SolidWorks/PLM), ensuring design compliance and supporting rapid ECO cycles.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Management to meet cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Present design concepts and risk assessments to internal stakeholders and customers; participate in design reviews and phase‑gate decisions.
• Provide shop‑floor support for build issues and lead design‑of‑experiments during prototype evaluation.
• Ensure adherence to SEMI standards, safety codes, and best practices for design quality.

Qualifications

BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in capital equipment design or an MS degree with 3+ years of experience is required. Experience developing chambers or components operating in chemical process environments is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD) and PLM tools (SAP preferred).
• Skilled in Finite Element Analysis (structural & thermal).
• Familiarity with GD&T, motion components, robotics/automation, and SEMI standards.
• Excellent collaboration, technical presentation, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Hands‑on approach to prototyping and troubleshooting in an engineering lab setting.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for customer or supplier visits.

Salary And Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay.

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice To Applicants

All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in‑person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre‑employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].