Modeling Engineer – CFD, Thermal & AI/ML

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Flex

Virtual Flex

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Modeling Engineer 3 (CFD, Thermal, AI/ML) in Tualatin, OR. The role focuses on physics-based modeling for semiconductor equipment and involves multi-scale simulations and data-driven methods.

A PhD with 0–3 years experience is preferred, with strong AI/ML skills and coding ability to augment simulations. The position emphasizes collaboration with mechanical, electrical, process and software engineers, plus reporting and presenting results to management.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 0–3 years professional experience.
• Strong ability and understanding of AI/ML concepts and hybrid physics-based AI/ML modeling software.
• Coding ability to supplement commercial software for specific applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels across the company.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Graduate eligible position.

Responsibilities

• Develop physics-based models for Thermal/CFD/Chemistry applications for components in semiconductor capital equipment industry; experience with ANSYS Fluent, Star CCM+, or COMSOL is desirable.
• Use DOE, optimization, and statistical methods to correlate simulation data with experimental data.
• Predict, measure, and analyze experimental data for uncertainty quantification and propagation, sensitivity analysis, and model calibration.
• Multi-scale modeling from nano to macro levels.
• Provide design improvements based on quantitative field data and quality metrics.
• Prepare written reports and present results to design teams and management.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, process and software engineers to define design requirements and testing plans.
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication; drive continuous improvement in capabilities and design.
• Operate in a dynamic interdisciplinary team to tackle challenging business needs.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

First Principles Thinking

Strong communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Coding ability

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

None

Job description

Lam Research is seeking a Modeling Engineer 3 (CFD, Thermal, AI/ML) in Tualatin, OR. The role focuses on physics-based modeling for semiconductor equipment and involves multi-scale simulations and data-driven methods.

A PhD with 0–3 years experience is preferred, with strong AI/ML skills and coding ability to augment simulations. The position emphasizes collaboration with mechanical, electrical, process and software engineers, plus reporting and presenting results to management.