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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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The Sr. Electrical Engineer joins the Global Products Group within the Deposition Product Group to design and develop electronic solutions for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. This role involves designing complex electrical systems, subsystems, and power distribution components used to deposit thin metal films. Key responsibilities include developing functional specifications, conducting hands-on testing and validation using lab equipment, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to modify custom components. The candidate will utilize skills in analog and digital circuit design, signal and controls theory, and PCB design. Required technical proficiencies include 3 phase power delivery, EtherCAT, RS232, and CAD tools like PCAD, ORCAD, ZUKEN, AutoCAD, Spice, ADS, and HFSS. The position focuses on heater control, pressure control, RF power delivery, and safety certification for integrated circuit manufacturing.
What does a Electrical Engineer earn in California?
Median $167500 from 76 postings across 15 companies.
Design and develop complex electrical systems, subsystems, and power distribution components for thin metal film deposition equipment.
Create detailed software functional specifications for electro-mechanical systems and embedded controls.
Perform hands-on testing and validation of electrical systems using laboratory equipment to characterize performance.
Collect and analyze research data to improve future electrical system designs and product development.
Design and modify custom and OEM system components in coordination with cross-functional engineering teams.
Prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate design intent and analysis results during design reviews.
Troubleshoot complex systems using network sniffers, protocol analyzers, and structured problem-solving techniques.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
Hands-on experience in electronic circuit design (analog, digital), signal and controls theory, development, board design, troubleshooting, and validation.
Understanding of AC/DC Power distribution systems.
In-depth system-level understanding of Electrical architecture, system integration, and applications.
Working knowledge of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and low voltage circuit design for power and control applications.
Expertise in application of power and controls technologies for systems automation.
Knowledge of CAD tools for circuit design and simulation (e.g., PCAD, ORCAD, ZUKEN, AutoCAD, Spice, ADS, HFSS).
Familiarity with design for serviceability, manufacturability, reliability, and troubleshooting techniques like 5-why or 8D (preferred).
Electrical Engineering
Circuit Analysis
Analog Control
Digital Control
Power Distribution
EtherCAT
RS232
RF Power Delivery
Motion Control
FMEA
PCAD
ORCAD
ZUKEN
AutoCAD
Spice
ADS
HFSS
Oscilloscope
Protocol Analyzers
Network Sniffers
UL
CE
IEC
SEMI
NEC
Electrical Engineering
Power Distribution Systems
AC/DC Power
Signal and Controls Theory
System Integration
Communication Protocols
PCAD
ORCAD
ZUKEN
AutoCAD
Spice
ADS
HFSS
Network Sniffers
Protocol Analyzers
NFPA 70
NFPA 79
Electrical Engineering
AC/DC Power Distribution
Controls Theory
CAD
PCAD
ORCAD
ZUKEN
AutoCAD
Spice
ADS
HFSS
System Integration
Network Sniffers
Protocol Analyzers
NFPA 70/NEC
NFPA 79
UL
CE
SEMI
IEC