Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Semiconductor Capital Equipment

Location:

US - NY - Plainview

Requisition

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting‑edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

Veeco's process equipment solutions enable the manufacture of LEDs, flexible OLED displays, power electronics, hard drives, MEMS and wireless chips. We are the market leader in MOCVD, MBE, Ion Beam and other advanced thin film process technologies. Our high‑performance systems drive innovation in energy efficiency, consumer electronics and network storage and allow our customers to maximize productivity and achieve lower cost of ownership.

• Work on fast paced development projects with the responsibility for all mechanical design aspects of the equipment, subassemblies, and components.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise while maintaining design quality, reliability, cost, and ease of manufacturing.
• Perform analytical studies and theoretical calculations including analysis of vacuum vessels, heat transfer, material structural analysis, fluid dynamics, and motion mechanisms.
• Define mechanical design specifications based on customer requirements and company capabilities.
• Ensure that designs are compliant with standard SEMI design practices and safety codes; ensure appropriate tests are in place to produce reliable and repeatable products.
• Develop test plans and design of experiments and be directly involved in prototype development and testing.
• Prepare and present design reviews to convey design concepts and test results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Create and release engineering documentation through the ECO process.
• Support procurement efforts in correlation with overall project deadlines.
• Provide hands‑on assistance and support to the manufacturing team for new developments.
• Support and mentor junior engineers by providing guidance and reviewing their designs.

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience or an MS degree with 6 years of experience designing capital equipment, vacuum systems, subassemblies, or components is required. Must have experience with Solid Works, Inventor, Creo, or similar 3D CAD systems. Experience with finite element analysis is required as is hands‑on troubleshooting experience.

• Finite element analysis, both structural and thermal, is required.
• Knowledge of semiconductor equipment design, including but not limited to RF systems, plasma chambers, ESCs, and defectivity management techniques is a must.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, taking initiative, owning full projects, and leading small project teams as required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including specification development; ability to make technical presentations and interface with all levels of management, suppliers, and customers.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, sensors, automation, robotics, instrumentation, motion control, motor selection, encoders, electronic packaging is desired.
• Experience with SAP or similar PLM system is desired.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Must have the ability to be hands‑on with devices, prototyping, and troubleshooting including standing for extended periods as needed.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to customer sites and/or supplier facilities on an as‑needed basis.

The expected salary range for this position is $120,000-$152,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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