Mechanical Designer for SEM (Semiconductor)

Location: San Jose, California, US

Base annual salary: $162,750–$238,700

Company

hirify.global develops lithography and e-beam machines that enable leading chipmakers to produce smaller, more powerful and energy-efficient microchips. The company is headquartered in Veldhoven, Netherlands, and operates 18 office locations in the United States.

What you will do

• Design electron optics modules and subsystems for e-beam inspection and metrology tools from concept through release for high-volume manufacturing.
• Create system- and module-level design documentation, specifications, interfaces and design principles.
• Perform simulations and calculations covering thermal, vacuum, high voltage, dynamics and mechanical FEM analysis.
• Lead design reviews, error-budget development, risk assessment, experiments, verification and validation.
• Work with vendors and consultants to develop, fabricate and troubleshoot components and subassemblies.
• Integrate and test electron-optic systems, transfer designs to manufacturing, and investigate new technologies and root causes of critical eSource issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience; a master’s degree or PhD may be accepted with fewer years of experience.
• Degree focus in physics, optics, materials, engineering or science, preferably mechanical or semiconductor-related.
• Strong understanding of physics and mechanics, problem analysis and solution development.
• Strong hands-on and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to learn new skills and knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Preferred experience with 3D modeling and 2D detailed drawings using SolidWorks and NX.
• Preferred experience designing parts and assemblies for ultra-high-vacuum and high-voltage environments.
• Knowledge of materials and material selection, manufacturing and cleaning processes for electron-beam inspection components.
• Preferred ability to perform structural and thermal FEA using NX or COMSOL; experience with mechanical and electromechanical modules, system interfaces for capital equipment, semiconductor equipment products and Siemens TCE is desired.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan, eight hours of vacation leave per month and 13 paid holidays per year.
• hirify.global is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Hiring process

• New jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.
• Accommodation requests may be initiated through the provided USHR accommodation email address; recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member.