Electrical / Embedded Engineer III

Lam Research

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$99,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
120 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Nov 9, 2026

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About Lam Research

Lam Research Corporation is a leading American supplier of wafer-fabrication equipment and services to the global semiconductor industry.

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TL;DR · Electrical / Embedded Engineer III

As an Electrical / Embedded Engineer 3 within the mechatronics team, you will design and develop electronic solutions for advanced applications in etch and deposition products. Your daily responsibilities include leading the development of electronics for wireless sensor devices, wafer handling robot control, and power boards. You will create PCBA test plans, perform board bring up, and implement firmware for Cypress, STM32, or TI MCUs. The role requires a balance of product design and product management while serving as a subject matter expert to guide other engineers. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C/C++ for bare metal or RTOS development, knowledge of SPI, I2C, and UART protocols, and experience with circuit design, ADC, op-amps, and power management. This position addresses critical challenges within the semiconductor industry through advanced mechatronics and robotics integration.

What you'll do

  • Lead the development of electronics for wireless sensor devices and wafer handling robot control.
  • Design and implement firmware for Cypress, STM32, or TI microcontrollers using C/C++.
  • Develop new PCBA test plans and perform board bring up procedures.
  • Design and analyze electronic systems to create reliable solutions for semiconductor equipment.
  • Conduct experimental tests and evaluate results to improve product reliability.
  • Act as a subject matter expert to guide other engineers through the design process.
  • Manage product development projects while performing technical engineering tasks.

What we're looking for

  • A BS in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of experience or an MSEE with 0+ years of experience.
  • Experience in electronics board and schematics design processes.
  • Knowledge of circuit design principles, ADC, op-amps, battery management, power management, and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART).
  • Proficiency in embedded systems firmware development using C/C++ for bare metal or RTOS.
  • Experience with wireless and Bluetooth implementation is a plus.
  • Mechatronics and robotics experience is a strong plus.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills including technical presentations.
  • Experience in the semiconductor industry or related field is preferred.

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