Senior Hardware Engineer – Precision Cleanroom, Intl Travel

Michael Page; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Senior Hardware Development Engineer in Beverly, MA to design, test, and qualify precision hardware for complex equipment platforms. You will investigate performance issues, minimize particle generation, and ensure ultra-clean manufacturing environments.

Role involves hands-on testing, material/coating development, CAD/PLM/FEA usage, and collaboration across multiple engineering and production teams. International travel (10–25%) is expected.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a mechanical/related engineering field.
• 3–10 years hardware development in semiconductor or contamination-sensitive environments.
• Hands-on testing and troubleshooting of complex mechanical equipment.
• Experience designing precision components and assemblies.
• Understanding of contamination control and cleanroom practices.
• Experience with ISO Class 1–5 environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations on equipment performance, particle generation, contamination, and defects.
• Perform hands-on testing with particle counters, metrology tools, and SEM/EDX.
• Design precision mechanical components for critical modules.
• Develop materials, coatings, seals, and finishes for ultra-clean apps.
• Identify and reduce particle generation from wear, friction, vibration, and interfaces.
• Use CAD, PLM, and FEA to design, document, and validate hardware solutions.
• Develop test plans and complete hardware qualification in lab and production.
• Collaborate with process, design, equipment, manufacturing, and field teams.
• Partner with customers and suppliers on specs and corrective actions.
• Support audits, inquiries, upgrades, and field problem solving.
• Assist with installations, testing, and hardware modifications.
• Travel internationally 10–25% for testing and upgrades.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Contamination control

Cleanroom operations

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical analysis

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

PLM

FEA (Ansys)

Job description

MPI is seeking a Senior Hardware Development Engineer in Beverly, MA to design, test, and qualify precision hardware for complex equipment platforms. You will investigate performance issues, minimize particle generation, and ensure ultra-clean manufacturing environments.

Role involves hands-on testing, material/coating development, CAD/PLM/FEA usage, and collaboration across multiple engineering and production teams. International travel (10–25%) is expected.