Mechanical Engineer 5 (Fremont, CA, US, 94538) - LAM Research

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

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. 

The Impact You’ll Make

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.

What You’ll Do

Job Responsibilities
•    Organize, participate, and lead in the conceptualization, modeling, analysis, development, documentation, and test/validation of hardware associated with new semiconductor equipment
•    Design critical mechanical systems for advanced semiconductor equipment that are used for CVD/ALD deposition. Examples include but not limited to pedestals, showerheads, chemical delivery system and plasma ion sources
•    Develop and present reports/presentations that communicate design intent, analysis, and validation at executive-level meetings
•    Directly support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication
•    Analyze designs developed – may need to perform structural analysis (FEA), thermal analysis and fluid flow analysis
•    Conduct feasibility studies – including generation of well documented test plans
•    Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
•    Provide design information to drafting for packaging documentation
•    Communicate among diverse teams (process engineers, technicians, software/controls, suppliers, etc.)
•    Work with potential suppliers to ensure parts can be manufactured in accordance with performance and cost objectives
•    Provide work leadership and training to junior and new engineers

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• Extremely knowledgeable using 3D CAD tools; knowledge of ProE and NX is a plus
• Strong hands-on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills
• Succinct presentation skills; present progress on large cross-functional initiatives at executive-level meetings
• Strong skills and experiences in problem solving, time and priority management, communication, and project management
• Strong design background coupled with solid engineering skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor industry experience is not required, but a plus

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.