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Mechanical Engineer (Equipment Design) joins the PPO-Test team to drive the end-to-end mechanical design of stand-alone functional test systems for touch, sensing, and display modules used in mass production. This role involves collaborating with multi-functional teams to develop systems for automation integration and high-volume environments. Key responsibilities include developing system requirements, performing detailed analysis and testing, applying scientific methods to debug issues, and documenting best practices. The candidate will utilize 3D CAD tools like NX, SolidWorks, or Pro/E while applying expertise in GD&T, FEA, tolerance stackup, and error budget analysis. Specialized technical focus areas include precision mechanism design, motion control, optics, and cleanroom environments. The role addresses the critical challenge of creating robust test systems for complex hardware components across a wide spectrum of product lines and new technologies.
What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?
Median $166250 from 40 postings across 9 companies.
Drive the end-to-end mechanical design of stand-alone functional test systems for mass production.
Design systems specifically for automation integration and high-volume manufacturing environments.
Develop system requirements and perform detailed engineering analysis and testing.
Apply expertise in optics, precision mechanism design, and motion control to hardware solutions.
Use scientific methods and testing to debug technical issues and implement robust solutions.
Document best practices, standard operating procedures, and maintain a library of proven designs.
Design high-precision mechanisms for touch, sensing, and display modules.
What we're looking for
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 10 years of mechanical system design experience (tool, fixture, mechatronics, electronics packaging, or optics).
3+ years of 3D CAD experience using NX, SolidWorks, or Pro/E.
Experience with drafting and GD&T practices.
Experience with analysis including FEA, Tolerance stackup, Error budget, or RCA.
PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience, or MS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of opto-mechanical system design (preferred).
Knowledge of manufacturing methods such as precision machining and heat treatments (preferred).
Experience crafting stand-alone functional test stations, high precision mechanisms, motion control systems, or designing for cleanrooms (preferred).
Knowledge of machine/computer vision, optical system integration, robotics, automation, and wafer/DUT handling systems (preferred).
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Thin-film Deposition
Lithography
Etch
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Cleanroom
Vacuum Technology
Chemical Delivery Systems
CMMS
Data Logging Systems
Inventory Management