Staff AI-CAD Applications Engineer

Lam Research

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$141,000–$307,000 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Apr 19, 2027

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $224k
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This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $177,250–$238,250 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $224k versus about $208k 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 137 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$253,000 across 82 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Staff AI-CAD Applications Engineer

The Staff AI-CAD Applications Engineer joins the Global Products Group to lead the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven automation within CAD and engineering workflows. This role transforms traditional rule-based systems into data-driven, intelligent engineering solutions by architecting AI-enabled tools for 3D geometry creation, design validation, and change management. You will build custom applications using NX Open and Creo APIs, utilizing Visual Basic, C#, C++, and Python. Key responsibilities include developing data pipelines to extract information from BOMs and engineering standards, integrating with Teamcenter PLM systems, and applying machine learning, generative AI, and optimization techniques. You will serve as a subject matter expert to operationalize AI models, improve design consistency, and reduce engineering cycle times within complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment environments.

What you'll do

  • Architect and develop AI-enabled CAD automation solutions for 3D geometry creation, analysis, and change management.
  • Apply machine learning, generative AI, and optimization techniques to enhance CAD automation beyond rule-based scripting.
  • Develop and maintain custom CAD applications using NX Open or Creo APIs in C#, C++, or Python.
  • Integrate CAD systems with PDM/PLM platforms like Teamcenter using APIs and data pipelines.
  • Design pipelines to extract and structure data from CAD models, BOMs, and engineering standards.
  • Operationalize AI models within production CAD environments in collaboration with data and platform teams.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert to identify high-ROI AI opportunities and develop engineering CAD AI strategies.
  • Mentor engineers and developers on best practices for AI-enabled CAD automation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering discipline.
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience with CAD systems and engineering applications.
  • 4+ years of experience in CAD automation and customization.
  • Deep experience applying AI/ML, optimization, or generative techniques to engineering or CAD-adjacent problems.
  • Strong expertise in NX and/or Creo for modeling, assemblies, and drawings.
  • Proficiency with NX Open / Creo APIs, C#, C++, and/or Python.
  • Experience with AI/ML concepts including supervised learning, rule extraction, optimization, or generative models.
  • Familiarity with SQL, REST APIs, data formats (XML/JSON), and system integration.

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