Hardware Designer 1

Lam Research

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$73,000–$135,000 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
Closes
Nov 23, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $187k
This role $104k
$55k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $161,500–$213,375 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $104k versus about $187k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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.

Lam Research currently has 267 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$231,000 across 132 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Hardware Designer 1

As a Hardware Designer 1 at Lam Research, you will join the Product Engineering team to develop next-generation hardware solutions for semiconductor equipment. Your daily tasks include designing precise mechanical parts and subassemblies using CAD software like Siemens NX and AutoCAD, documenting engineering drawings and Bills of Materials through PLM systems such as SAP and Teamcenter, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design excellence and manufacturability. You will also create 3D electrical and pneumatic harness routing and manage large assembly projects, requiring a strong grasp of mechanical engineering principles, material properties, and manufacturing processes like sheet metal fabrication and casting. Experience in the semiconductor industry and proficiency in concurrent engineering methodologies are highly valued for this role at a leading company in high-performance equipment design.

What you'll do

  • Design precise mechanical parts and subassemblies to enhance product performance and reliability.
  • Create engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using PLM systems for documentation.
  • Develop 3D electrical and pneumatic harness routing designs with CAD software.
  • Define design requirements and conduct reviews with cross-functional teams.
  • Apply DFx principles and best practices in mechanical design and manufacturing.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Design/Engineering or related field with 3+ years of experience.
  • Proficient in 3D CAD applications like Siemens NX and AutoCAD.
  • Strong knowledge of sheet metal design, fabrication, and casting processes.
  • Expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as SAP and Teamcenter.
  • Solid understanding of material properties, coatings, finishes, and ASME drafting standards.

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