Mechanical Technical Lead Engineer

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. As a Mechanical Engineer at Lam, you're designing and defining cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Your role involves feasibility studies, testing, and guiding teams in detailed design and fabrication. You provide the crucial design information needed to shape our technology's packaging.

Responsibilities

Support the full life cycle of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems from concept to productization including conceptualization, designing, CAD modeling, development, and test/validation; Designs components using variety of metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings; Ensure documentation aligns with SEMI, Lam standards, and industry best practices for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T); Conduct detailed analysis including structural, finite element analysis (FEA), thermal, heat transfer, stress, vibrations, fluid and gas flow dynamics, and manufacturability to properly specify designs; Develop and conduct feasibility studies and test plans to characterize and validate design performance; Prepare high-quality reports and technical presentations to clearly communicate design intent, evaluation, and validation to a diverse audience in design reviews; Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure solutions can be manufactured with high-quality, cost-optimized, and to requirements; Provide key deliverables including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), technical specifications, risk analysis, test specifications, and design review presentations; Provide technical guidance and mentoring to more junior engineers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years; or equivalent experience; Excellent communication, both written and verbal, and technical presentation skills; Highly proficient in 3D CAD tools such as CREO, Siemens NX, ProE, SolidWorks, and others; Hands-on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills.

Nice to have

Experience in Semiconductor industry is a plus; Experience in project management, managing projects, or problem solving while managing time and multiple priorities.