Mechanical Engineer III

Lam Research

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$86,000–$192,000 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 20, 2027

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $148k
This role $139k
$73k most similar roles pay here $205k

This role pays less than 58% of similar roles. Most pay $126,800–$170,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $139k versus about $148k for comparable roles.

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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 304 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$253,000 across 151 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineer III

Mechanical Engineer 3 joins the Global Products Group to design and define cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for etch and deposition products within the semiconductor industry. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of system development, from initial conceptualization and CAD modeling to testing and productization. The engineer will design components using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings while ensuring compliance with SEMI standards and GD&T practices. Key responsibilities include performing structural, finite element analysis, thermal, stress, vibration, and fluid dynamics analyses to validate designs. Candidates must be proficient in 3D CAD tools like CREO and Siemens NX. The role also requires conducting feasibility studies, creating FMEA reports, and providing technical mentorship to junior engineers while collaborating with suppliers to ensure high-quality, cost-optimized manufacturing solutions for new product development.

What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?

Median $165000 from 45 postings across 8 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems from initial concept to final productization.
  • Create 3D CAD models for components using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings.
  • Apply GD&T standards to ensure all technical documentation aligns with SEMI and industry best practices.
  • Perform detailed engineering analyses including FEA, thermal, stress, vibration, and fluid/gas flow dynamics.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and develop test plans to characterize and validate design performance.
  • Deliver key technical documents such as FMEA, risk analysis, and technical specifications.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-optimized.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers within the team.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience, Master's degree with 3+ years, or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including technical presentation abilities.
  • High proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as CREO and Siemens NX.
  • Hands-on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills.
  • Experience in the semiconductor industry (preferred).
  • Experience in project management, problem solving while managing time, and handling multiple priorities (preferred).

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