Mechanical Engineer III

Lam Research

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Work type: On-site
Location: Tualatin, OR
Posted: 155 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Oct 6, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · Mechanical Engineer III

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As a Mechanical Engineer 3 within the WETS Product Group, you will join a cross-disciplinary team focused on delivering liquid-based process equipment for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. You will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems while translating system requirements into detailed layouts and drawings. Your daily work involves creating 3D CAD models using tools like Creo or NX, performing tolerance and thermal-mechanical analyses, and participating in phase-gate activities to ensure manufacturability and reliability. You will collaborate with systems, electrical, and manufacturing engineering partners to resolve technical risks and support prototype builds. The role addresses the specific challenges of wet processing, fluid handling, and chemical-compatible mechanical design for wafer and panel-level applications. Success requires expertise in mechanical design principles, material selection, and navigating complex new product introduction cycles within the semiconductor industry.

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Skills

3D CAD Creo NX Mechanical Design DFMEA NPI Semiconductor Manufacturing Thermal Management Fluid Handling Tolerance Analysis Structural Integrity System Integration Prototype Build Failure Analysis Manufacturing Engineering

What you'll do

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems for complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Translate system and subsystem requirements into detailed mechanical designs, layouts, and drawings.
Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering documentation according to company standards.
Perform engineering analyses including tolerance analysis, thermal-mechanical considerations, and structural integrity.
Support NPI phase-gate activities by delivering assigned mechanical design milestones on schedule.
Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and failure analysis for DFMEA and corrective actions.
Ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, and cost-effective through collaboration with manufacturing and supply chain partners.
Support prototype builds, system integration, debugging, and validation activities.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience, or 3+ years with a Master's degree, or equivalent practical experience.
Solid foundation in mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Experience creating detailed mechanical designs using 3D CAD tools such as Creo or NX.
Ability to read and interpret system requirements, drawings, and interface documentation.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment or complex electro-mechanical systems is preferred.

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