Senior Mechanical Engineer, Semiconductors - 2-Year Contract

PrideNow; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideNow is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Level 4 to join a leading global semiconductor technology company at the forefront of advanced etch and deposition solutions. You will design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, taking designs from concept and CAD modeling through testing and validation.

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on experience (or 6+ with a Master’s), strong CAD skills (Siemens NX), vacuum and RF/high-voltage knowledge, and a solid background in heat transfer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 8+ years experience, or Master’s with 6+ years.
• Hands-on mechanical design and experimental engineering experience.
• Advanced 3D CAD experience, especially Siemens NX.
• Experience with vacuum system design and RF/high-voltage applications.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer and RCCA/FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems.
• Work with metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings.
• Perform structural, thermal, heat transfer, stress, vibration, fluid, and gas-flow analysis.
• Develop feasibility studies, test plans, and validation strategies.
• Apply GD&T and ensure designs meet industry and engineering standards.
• Lead technical problem-solving, including FMEA, RCCA, and risk analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, design reviews, and presentations.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional engineering groups.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Vacuum systems

RF/high-voltage

Heat transfer

RCCA/FMEA

Technical communication

Semiconductor experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field + 8+ years, or Master’s + 6+

Job description

PrideNow is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Level 4 to join a leading global semiconductor technology company at the forefront of advanced etch and deposition solutions. You will design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, taking designs from concept and CAD modeling through testing and validation.

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on experience (or 6+ with a Master’s), strong CAD skills (Siemens NX), vacuum and RF/high-voltage knowledge, and a solid background in heat transfer