Mechanical Engineering Lead — Semiconductor Test Systems

Advantest Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Bonus Program

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental & Vision

Income Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Advantest America, located in San Jose, CA, seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead (System Integration) to drive the design, testing, and integration of mechanical, optical, and thermal subsystems for semiconductor test equipment. You will lead projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with partners across the company.

You will tackle feasibility studies, develop prototypes, and oversee test plans while coordinating with field teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Thermal, or Physics; MS in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• BS + 10 years min or MS + 7 years min in the Semiconductor Test industry or related high-technology environments.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams developing test systems with electrical and software components.
• Automation expertise including pick and place handlers and handler kits.
• Expertise with mechanical chassis, rack design and integration to house Electrical and Optical devices.
• Proficient in SolidWorks; SolidWorks simulation experience required.
• Strong background in thermal systems and heat transfer basics.
• Experience with CFD, FEA basics, and thermal simulation.
• FMEA and tolerance analysis (Worst case, RSS, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to lead and mentor.
• Ability to travel as required.
• MS in Mechanical, Thermal, or Physics.
• Experience designing compact mechanisms and electronic packaging for thermal systems.
• Experience with semiconductor capital equipment and AIS manufacturing.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams with motion control, electrical, and software components.
• Intermediate software skills for instrumentation and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for semiconductor test systems and components, including cooling solutions.
• Perform thermal design and analysis of sockets, interposers, heatsinks, and pedestals.
• Conduct integration testing and evaluate prototype systems and sub-assemblies.
• Create test specifications and engineering change requests; interpret results for senior staff.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, QA, and support to define specs and select components.
• Guide junior staff and contractors; address field issues and customer requirements.
• Lead design ownership and work with external partners on projects.
• Prepare test plans and manage execution; maintain project schedules and handoffs.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Mechanical design

Thermal analysis

SolidWorks

CFD basics

FMEA

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Mechanical, Thermal, or Physics

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

WindChill PLC

CAD tools

Job description

Advantest America, located in San Jose, CA, seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead (System Integration) to drive the design, testing, and integration of mechanical, optical, and thermal subsystems for semiconductor test equipment. You will lead projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with partners across the company.

You will tackle feasibility studies, develop prototypes, and oversee test plans while coordinating with field teams and suppliers.