Mechanical Engineer (Spector)

TL;DR

Mechanical Engineer (Spector): Designing mechanical components and subsystems for ion beam deposition systems with an accent on performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability. Focus on structural finite element analysis, thermal modeling, and translating findings into documented engineering changes.

Location: US - NY - Plainview

Salary: $97,500.00—123,500

Company

hirify.global designs, develops, manufactures, and services highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by customers to create essential devices that drive the digital age.

What you will do

• Design mechanical components and subassemblies for ion beam deposition, ion beam etch, and vapor deposition systems.
• Perform engineering analyses, including structural finite element analysis (FEA), thermal modeling, and fluid dynamics.
• Build and test prototypes, authoring design-of-experiments (DOE) plans and conducting root-cause analysis.
• Advance deliverables through Product Life Cycle (PLC) phase gates by collaborating with Program Management.
• Present design rationale, analysis results, and test data in formal design reviews.
• Coordinate with procurement and manufacturing to ensure component sourcing and assembly sequences support program timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years or a Master's degree with 3+ years of experience designing capital equipment, vacuum systems, mechanical subassemblies, or precision components.
• Proficiency with a 3D CAD platform (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting prototype mechanical hardware in a lab or factory environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience designing capital equipment for the semiconductor industry.
• Structural and thermal finite element analysis skills.
• Working familiarity with ion beam technology, vacuum physics, or thin-film deposition processes.
• Experience with product lifecycle management systems (SAP or similar) and formal engineering change order (ECO) documentation workflows.
• Knowledge of SEMI safety and regulatory standards (such as S2 and S8).
• Skilled at communicating design rationale, analysis findings, and project status clearly.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to customer sites and supplier facilities.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Tuition Reimbursement.