Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Wafer Chucks & Wafer Positioning Stages
KLA-TencorMilpitas, CA · full time · Senior
$117,800 – $200,300
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What this role is
KLA seeks a mechanical design engineer to develop high-precision wafer positioning and motion systems for semiconductor equipment, working with multi-functional teams to design and optimize nanometer-level accurate components. This role suits engineers experienced in precision mechanics and motion systems who want to contribute to the hardware that enables advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
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Skills this role names
- Creo
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- MATLAB
- Python
- SolidWorks
- Structural Analysis
- Vibration Analysis
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Experience in motion systems, precision mechanics, or mechatronics
- Proficient in Creo or SolidWorks with several years of work experience
- Experience with structural, thermal, and vibration/modal FEA
- DFM experience with machining, sheet metals, and castings
- Knowledge of Python or MATLAB
Nice to have
- Experience with high resolution optical encoders or laser interferometers
- Experience with linear motors, linear guides, or air bearings
- Design experience of dynamic X,Y sub-micron positioning stages
- Vibration and modal testing experience using accelerometers or impact hammer
- Semiconductor capital equipment design experience
- Vibration isolation system design
- Motion control and Simulink experience
- PID servo tuning experience