Mechanical Engineer; PSP

Overview

Mechanical Engineer position, based in Horsham, PA, responsible for mechanical design and development of complex wafer processing equipment involving wet processing technologies used in the manufacturing of semiconductor components. The role includes turning customer specifications into design requirements, development of the product, successful product realization, and customer acceptance. The engineer works closely with other members of the Engineering team and Manufacturing Operations, producing design drawings and Bill of Materials while ensuring compliance with Veeco’s processes and procedures.

• Mechanical design of equipment, subassemblies, and components based on customer requirements and company capabilities, focusing on design quality, reliability, cost effectiveness, and manufacturability.
• Perform analytical studies and theoretical calculations covering vacuum vessels, heat transfer, material structural analysis (static and dynamic), fluids, and motion mechanisms.
• Prepare and present mechanical designs at peer reviews and cross‑function design reviews.
• Support mechanical material procurement efforts correlated with overall project deadlines.
• Develop test plans, design of experiments, and directly involve in prototype development and testing.
• Create and release engineering documentation through the ECO process, using Veeco standards and procedures; generate and modify Bill of Materials.
• Interface with operations and electrical, process, and software engineering.
• Communicate and give direction to manufacturing personnel during the build process.
• Continually develop design standards to increase the efficiency of the design and build processes.
• Produce clear and accurate documentation in a timely manner.
• Understand and adhere to various industry standards.

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years of experience or an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Experience designing capital equipment assemblies, subassemblies or components is preferred. Experience with Solid Works and/or AutoCAD 2D/3D CAD systems is required.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, taking initiative, owning full projects, and/or leading a small project team.
• Familiarity with plumbing system design using standard and custom components used in high purity gas and wet chemical processing equipment (valves, fittings, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, sensors, automation, robotics, instrumentation, motion control, motor selection, encoders, electronic packaging, and SEMI regulatory standards is a plus.
• General knowledge of electrical and software engineering disciplines.
• Experience in designing equipment used in a cleanroom environment is a plus.
• Ability to read, understand, and/or create Plumbing & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&) is a plus.
• Finite element analysis experience in structural and thermal/fluid analysis is a plus.
• Experience with SAP or similar PLM system; SAP ECTR experience a plus.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal; ability to make technical presentations.
• Hands‑on with devices, prototyping, and troubleshooting is required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (including Teams).
• Ability to travel (up to 10%) to customer sites and/or supplier facilities as needed.

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000–$110,000, plus a bonus opportunity. Pay will consider location, experience, and other job‑related factors.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a  email address. You will have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in‑person or virtually) before an offer is presented. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre‑employment training.

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