Senior Mechanical Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support the design, development, testing, and documentation of complex semiconductor capital equipment. You will work on high‑precision mechanical systems and collaborate across engineering disciplines to advance next‑generation manufacturing technology.

This role emphasizes hands‑on product development, rigorous problem solving, and contributing to equipment in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment with opportunities for long‑term

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product development, equipment design, or related engineering environments with a BSME; or 3+ years of experience with MSME.
• 5+ years of experience creating mechanical models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using CAD software.
• 3+ years of experience performing product design, testing, validation, and engineering documentation activities.
• 3+ years of experience supporting complex electromechanical systems, automation equipment, capital equipment, or industrial products.
• 2+ years of experience performing engineering analysis, troubleshooting technical issues, and implementing design improvements.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical systems, assemblies, and components for advanced semiconductor capital equipment.
• Conduct feasibility studies, design evaluations, and engineering analyses on new and modified products.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate product performance and reliability.
• Create design documentation and provide technical information for drafting, manufacturing, and packaging activities.
• Support prototype fabrication, product testing, and engineering development efforts.
• Communicate technical concepts, design intent, and engineering solutions to cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, systems, and engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

NX

Creo (Pro/ENGINEER)

SolidWorks

Job description

Acara Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support the design, development, testing, and documentation of complex semiconductor capital equipment. You will work on high‑precision mechanical systems and collaborate across engineering disciplines to advance next‑generation manufacturing technology.

This role emphasizes hands‑on product development, rigorous problem solving, and contributing to equipment in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment with opportunities for long‑term