Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical)

Mycronic USA; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental & vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mycronic USA is seeking a Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical) to lead design, development, and continuous improvement of automated plasma equipment for the semiconductor industry. You will collaborate with electrical, controls, software, and process teams to deliver high-precision, reliable systems and support field installations globally.

The role requires a strong background in mechatronics with hands-on leadership, mentoring, and travel.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in mechatronics or related field.
• 10+ years of mechanical tool design experience in semiconductor/precision equipment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of ISO/CE/UL/SEMI/NFPA cleanliness and safety standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Experience mentoring engineers and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering development for turnkey plasma equipment from concept through launch.
• Design and integrate mechanical and mechatronic systems for automated plasma tools.
• Develop detailed mechanical designs and docs using SolidWorks; apply GD&T.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, software, and process teams to integrate subsystems.
• Plan and execute equipment testing, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Apply FMEA and structured problem-solving to improve reliability.
• Manage project schedules, resources, and cross-functional coordination.
• Work with sales, service, and process teams to address customer requirements and field feedback.
• Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites worldwide.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Verbal/written communication

Project management

Education

Master's or PhD in mechatronics

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical)

Do you want to be part of an organization on the cutting edge of technology?

We're looking for talented people to join our motivated and friendly team. We have an open, collaborative, and flexible environment. You'll work alongside leading industry experts and take on challenging projects that bring tomorrow's electronics to life. If you want to make a difference, are an effective communicator, love a good challenge, and easily embrace change, your next career adventure awaits!

Mycronic is a global high-tech company whose innovative solutions have been advancing electronics technology for over 50 years. Today we continue to grow and serve customers in an expanding variety of industries. What we do impacts the future of technology, and in turn, the way we live our lives tomorrow.

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical) to join Mycronic's Global Technologies division working within Surfx Technologies, our Applied Plasma business line. It is an exciting time to join our team!

Surfx Technologies is a fast-growing company that offers atmospheric argon plasmas for the high-volume manufacturing of integrated circuits, semiconductor packages, printed circuit boards, and other microelectronic devices. These automated plasma machines are an excellent choice for surface cleaning, activation, and metal oxide removal. The Surfx Technologies team delivers this atmospheric argon plasma technology for assembled products that are less likely to corrode, delaminate, or come unglued during their lifetime. Our customers include the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers and technology companies.

The Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer (Mechanical) is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of automated plasma equipment for the semiconductor industry. This role leads mechanical engineering activities from initial concept and system design through prototyping, testing, validation, and product launch, applying strong expertise in mechatronics to develop high-precision, reliable equipment. The engineer works closely with electrical, controls, software, and process engineering teams to integrate complex systems and ensure equipment meets performance, quality, and reliability requirements. In collaboration with sales, service, and management, this role also supports troubleshooting, addresses technical challenges, and identifies opportunities to enhance equipment functionality, manufacturability, and overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering development for turnkey plasma equipment, from initial concept and feasibility through detailed design, prototyping, testing, and product launch
• Design and integrate mechanical and mechatronic systems for high-precision, automated plasma tools used in front-end and back-end semiconductor manufacturing
• Develop detailed mechanical designs, assemblies, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks, applying GD&T principles to ensure dimensional accuracy, manufacturability, and reliable equipment performance
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, contributing to a collaborative engineering environment and the development of innovative equipment solutions
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, software, and process engineering teams to integrate subsystems and deliver complete, reliable equipment solutions
• Plan and execute equipment testing, troubleshooting, and design validation to ensure tools meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements, including damage-free and particle-free surface modification
• Apply engineering analysis, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methods to identify design risks, resolve technical issues, and improve equipment reliability and performance
• Manage engineering project schedules, resources, and deliverables, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to keep product development activities on track
• Work closely with sales, service, and process engineering teams to address customer requirements, incorporate field feedback, and guide continuous product improvement
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and technical troubleshooting at customer sites worldwide

Experience and Qualifications

• Master's or PhD degree in mechatronics (i.e. mechanical, electrical, etc.)
• 10 years plus of mechanical tool design experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry or working with high precision equipment applications
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and Microsoft project
• Knowledge of equipment cleanliness and safety standards (ISO, CE, UL, SEMI, NFPA, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication as well as project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers; work both independently and effectively within a team
• Travel domestically and internationally to customer sites, as needed
• Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; this position does not offer visa sponsorship
• Prior experience with providing technical guidance and project management mentorship to team members, fostering knowledge sharing, effective planning, cross-functional collaboration

Why Join Us?

At Mycronic, we love what we do, but most importantly who we do it with. Because to us the relationships we have with our customers and each other are the keys to success. Take part in the excitement of working with innovative people and global businesses who are elevating today's standards in modern electronics. Share in the responsibility of bringing great ideas to life within an inclusive culture that not only promotes personal growth and embraces diversity but depends upon it.

We offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being, professional development, and overall peace of mind including:

• Competitive base salary range of $155,000 to $185,000 annually, targeted to reflect experience, technical expertise, and regional market value
• Participation in an annual short-term incentive (bonus) program designed to reward operational milestones, strategic accomplishments, and company performance
• Comprehensive Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans complemented by robust dental and vision options to ensure complete health and wellness coverage for you and your family
• Full employer coverage for life insurance as well as short-term and long-term disability, delivering peace of mind and complete financial security against unexpected life events
• Access to a broad suite of optional supplemental insurance and lifestyle benefits, allowing you to customize your coverage to suit your family's evolving needs
• Retirement growth with a dedicated 401(k) savings program featuring a generous 5% company match to help accelerate your long-term wealth creation
• Tuition reimbursement program offering financial support toward advanced degrees, professional certifications, and targeted executive development to power your ongoing career trajectory

Learn more about what makes Mycronic a great place at Working at Mycronic.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mycronic is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

For a company founded on passion, collaboration and outside-the-box thinking, there is no greater asset than a diverse workforce. It is the cornerstone of our global, internal culture, and we actively promote an inclusive and healthy work environment by embracing diversity and showing compassion for our colleagues. Not only does it fuel our innovation capabilities, but it also deepens our understanding of our customers as well as the different cultures in which we operate. We believe quite simply that diversity is our competitive edge.