This role pays more than
81%
of similar roles. Most pay
$132,750–$197,125
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$198k
versus about
$165k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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.
Mechanical Engineer 5 joins the Global Products Group to design and define cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for etch and deposition products. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of systems from conceptualization through productization, including CAD modeling, development, and test validation. The engineer will design components using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings while ensuring documentation aligns with SEMI standards and GD&T practices. Key responsibilities include performing structural, finite element analysis, thermal, stress, vibration, and fluid dynamics to specify designs. The candidate must be proficient in 3D CAD tools like CREO and Siemens NX to deliver technical specifications, FMEA, and risk analyses. This role addresses critical challenges within the semiconductor industry by providing technical guidance and mentoring while ensuring manufacturing solutions are high-quality and cost-optimized for new product development.
What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?
Median $165000 from 45 postings across 8 companies.