Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Participate in the conceptualization, modeling, analysis, development, documentation, and test/validation of hardware associated with new semiconductor plasma etch equipment
Design parts using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings/platings. Work with potential suppliers to ensure parts can be manufactured in accordance with performance and cost objectives
Documentation to be consistent with ANSI, SEMI, and Lam Standards, as well as best known methods for GD&T; accordingly, knowledge and demonstrated ability to properly utilize them is highly desirable
Perform analytical work in order to characterize and properly specify new and existing designs, including heat transfer, stress, fluid/gas dynamics and manufacturability
Develop and execute test plans that generate characterization data sufficient to understand and validate the performance of the design
Develop and present reports/presentations of excellent quality that communicate design intent, analysis, and validation at design reviews
Demonstrate commitment to Lam’s core values
Assist in providing feedback on others work including presentations, drawings and models, and communicating ideas and results to other engineers and management
Directly support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication
Collaborate with cross functional team to ensure hardware designs meet overall product objectives

Other Job Responsibilities

Responsible for performing professional mechanical engineering research, design, development, modification, and evaluation in support of the company's complex semiconductor capital equipment and systems, and their mechanical components
Determine design approaches and parameters 
Review and evaluate designs or processes
Generate or direct layout/design activities and verify accuracy of final documentation
Analyze and select components and equipment, as well as evaluate supplier capabilities
Design and conduct independent experiments or tests
Define problems and objectives, develop approach, analyze results and provide recommendations
Direct implementation of required changes or modifications, plan, conduct, and technically direct moderately complex projects
Write and analyze Action Requests/Equipment Change Notices

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or a Master’s degree with 5 years’ experience; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience; or equivalent experience
Extremely knowledgeable using 3D CAD tools such as ProE, NX, etc. is required
Ability to work in a team environment with aggressive deadlines and multiple priorities
Strong skills and experiences in problem solving, time and priority management, communication, and project management
Ability to learn new skills quickly with minimal guidance
Good communication skills, ability to work well with other teams to meet production goals
Strong design background coupled with solid engineering skills 

Preferred Qualifications

Semiconductor industry experience is not required, but a plus
CAD (NX and Inventor)