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Unlike traditional R&D positions focused on incremental product improvements, this role sits within a technology incubation team exploring entirely new markets and applications.

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As AI processing demands accelerate, the semiconductor industry is moving toward increasingly advanced optical and photonics-based solutions. This team is responsible for identifying these emerging opportunities, proving new concepts, and developing the foundational technologies that will support future products.

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For an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys solving complex integration challenges and working on technologies that have yet to reach the market, this is an opportunity to have a meaningful technical impact.

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As a Mechanical Engineering Technical Lead, you will drive the design, development, and integration of complex mechanical systems used in advanced semiconductor test equipment.

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This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on bringing together mechanical, electrical, optical, and thermal technologies into fully integrated systems. You will work within an R&D incubation environment, developing new concepts and technologies that can eventually transition into established product development teams.

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What's in it for you?

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Join an advanced R&D team focused on developing next-generation technologies for the semiconductor industry.
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Work at the forefront of AI infrastructure, photonics, and emerging optical technologies that are transforming semiconductor testing.
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Be part of an innovation-focused team responsible for exploring new markets, developing first-of-their-kind solutions, and bringing new technologies from concept to reality.
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Collaborate with engineering experts across the U.S., Japan, and Europe on highly complex, multidisciplinary projects.
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Take technical ownership of mechanical system integration projects without traditional people-management responsibilities.
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Key Responsibilities:

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Lead the mechanical design and system-level integration of large, complex semiconductor test equipment and automated machinery.
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Develop mechanical architectures integrating chassis, racks, precision mechanisms, motion systems, electrical components, and optical assemblies.
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Design and evaluate thermal management solutions, including cooling systems, heat sinks, and temperature-controlled components.
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Perform mechanical analysis, tolerance studies, thermal simulations, and design validation.
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Build and evaluate prototypes, conduct feasibility studies, and support system qualification and testing.
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Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, and international technology partners.
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Own technical deliverables from concept development through integration, testing, and technology transfer.
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Provide technical guidance to engineering teams and communicate design decisions, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
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What You Will Bring

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Required Qualifications:

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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
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10+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree, or 7+ years with a master's degree.
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Strong mechanical engineering experience within the semiconductor equipment, semiconductor test, or related capital equipment industry.
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Demonstrated experience designing and integrating large, complex machines or automated equipment, rather than working exclusively on individual mechanical components.
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Experience with mechanical system integration involving electrical, thermal, optical, or motion-control technologies.
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Proficiency with SolidWorks, including mechanical design and simulation.
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Working knowledge of thermal management, heat transfer, mechanical analysis, and tolerance analysis.
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Experience taking engineering designs through prototyping, testing, validation, and integration.
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Strong cross-functional communication skills and the ability to coordinate technical projects across multiple engineering disciplines.
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\n Preferred Qualifications:\n\n

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Experience with automated test equipment (ATE), semiconductor handlers, or precision automated machinery.
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Background designing mechanical chassis, equipment racks, automated handling systems, or compact mechanisms.
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Experience integrating electronic and optical components into larger mechanical systems.
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Familiarity with FEA, CFD, FMEA, and thermal simulation.
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Knowledge of electronic packaging, cooling technologies, and precision mechanical assemblies.
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Experience with Windchill or similar product lifecycle management tools.
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Previous involvement in emerging technology development, advanced R&D, or new product incubation.
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Experience working with globally distributed engineering teams.
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