Sr. Systems Engineer

Yield Engineering Systems; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Yield Engineering Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer in Fremont, CA to lead electrical design across wafer handling automation.

You will guide SCARA robot integration, supervise junior engineers, ensure UL 508A and SEMI compliance, and develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts. The role requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Mechatronics preferred) and hands-on experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, and PLM systems.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering; Mechatronics degree also desired.
• Proven control system architecture experience: real-time control and communications.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent) and PLM/document control systems.
• Experience with sizing and selecting motors and motor drives based upon design and application.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support for wafer handling SCARA robots and automation systems.
• Lead design reviews and provide electrical engineering guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure electrical compliance to UL 508A, SCCR, SEMI, CE requirements.
• Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable/harness documentation using CAD tools.
• Set up control system test fixtures to test and validate new designs.
• Support proper motor sizing and drive selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across product development.
• Assist manufacturing, field service, and customer applications with technical docs and on-site commissioning.

Skills

Control system architecture

Real-time control

Electrical CAD tools

Motor sizing & drive selection

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

PLM / document control systems

Job description

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of reliable, high-tech, cost-effective capital equipment that transforms materials and surfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to the Fortune 50, our customers rely on YES to help them unleash products that change lives – from cellphones and IoT devices, to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

As a preferred provider of wet and dry process technology, we look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits, including employee stock ownership, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Sr. Systems Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide guidance and support for various wafer handling SCARA robots and automation systems.
• Lead design reviews and provide electrical engineering guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure electrical compliance to all relevant product safety requirements (UL 508A, SCCR, SEMI, CE).
• Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable/harness documentation using CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Set up control system test fixtures as required to test and validate new engineering designs.
• Provide support for proper motor sizing and drive selection.
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, software, and process engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support manufacturing, field service, and customer applications teams with technical documentation and on-site commissioning.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering; Mechatronics degree also desired.
• Proven control system architecture experience: real-time control and communications.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent) and PLM/document control systems.
• Experience with sizing and selecting motors and motor drives based upon design and application.

Preferred:

• Background in semiconductor process equipment such as CVD, PVD, etch, CMP, lithography, or metrology tools.
• Experience with real-time industrial control systems.
• Motion control and automation experience.
• Knowledge of vacuum system electrical design, RF power systems, or high-voltage subsystems.

Travel Requirements:

• Position requires 10% travel.

Compensation:

• The base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $190,000 per year; higher compensation may be available depending on advanced skills and/or specific experience.
• YES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO.

Additional Information:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
• YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.