Staff Engineer, Mechanical Design

Req

Remote Position:
Yes

Region:
Americas

Country: USA

** Summary*
* We are seeking a high-caliber Mechatronics Engineer to serve as a global Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the design and implementation of complex  
** Semiconductor capital equipment
** and industrial automation. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between mechanical design, electronics, and control systems, providing technical leadership to global engineering teams. Acting as a technical bridge between our customers and our global engineering teams, you will serve as a trusted advisor, translating complex client requirements into scalable, high-performance mechatronic solutions. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle-from analyzing complex system trade-offs and defining the Engineering Scope of Work (SOW) for global customers to overseeing the finalization of production-ready designs.

The ideal candidate is a strategic problem-solver who is equally comfortable providing high-level system architecture input as they are performing rigorous engineering calculations and V&V testing to ensure world-class reliability and performance.

** Detailed Description*
* Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

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** Multidisciplinary Design Leadership** :
Lead the end-to-end design and implementation of complex mechatronic systems, ensuring seamless integration between mechanical structures, electronics, and control software.

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** System Architecture & Trade-off Analysis** :
Analyze complex system trade-offs (e.g., latency vs. torque, cost vs. precision) to recommend optimized architectural solutions and deployment strategies.

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** Requirements & Scope Definition** :
Partner with global customers to interpret technical specifications and develop the Engineering Scope of Work (SOW) required to transition prototype designs into high-volume production.

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** Advanced Calculation & Simulation** :
Perform rigorous engineering calculations and simulations (kinematics, thermal, or structural) to validate system performance before finalizing technical drawings and schematics.

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** Regulatory & Standards Compliance** :
Ensure all designs comply with internal procedures, client standards, and international regulations (UL, CE, ISO).

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** Global Technical SME** :
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert, providing technical direction and mentorship to global engineering teams while driving the adoption of strategic technologies.

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** Supply Chain & Vendor Innovation** :
Initiate and manage strategic relationships with vendors and technology partners to source cutting-edge mechatronic components.

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** VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering):
** Lead cross-functional cost-reduction exercises (VAVE) to optimize existing mechatronic designs without sacrificing system reliability.

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** Design for Excellence (DFX):
** Finalize production-ready designs and GD&T-compliant prints; provide critical engineering support during the manufacturing and assembly phases.

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** Iterative Improvement:
** Utilize field data and customer feedback to lead the upgrade, repair, or optimization of existing automated machinery.

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** Design Review Leadership** :
Facilitate and present technical designs to management, cross-functional engineering teams, and customers for critical design reviews (PDR/CDR).

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** Technical Sales Support:
** Partner with the business development team to provide technical validation and feasibility  
** assessments during the pre-sales phase.*
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** Requirements Translation** :
Lead "Discovery" sessions with clients to extract functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications for the design team.

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** On-Site Consulting & Deployment** :
Travel to customer sites as needed to lead design reviews, oversee complex system deployments, or troubleshoot critical performance issues.

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** Executive Presentation:
** Distill complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders (including C-suite executives).

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** Expectation Management** :
Act as the primary technical point of contact to manage design changes, scope creep, and technical alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

** Knowledge/Skills/Competencies*
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** Expertise in Capital Equipment Design:
** Proven ability to design industrial robotics, automation systems, power transmissions, and electromechanical subassemblies.

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** Manufacturing Fluency** :
Deep knowledge of machined parts, sheet metal, welded frames, and piping/routing, including selection of materials and secondary finishes.

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** Advanced Analysis** :

Experience with FEA/CFD analysis and DFMEA methodologies is highly preferred.

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** CAD Mastery** :
Expert-level use of Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor, or Siemens NX.  Proficiency in 2D production prints and GD&T.

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** System Architecture** :
Ability to define and provide input on high-level system architecture for complex mechatronic environments.

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** Automation & Programming** :
Hands-on experience…