Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location: US - PA - Horsham

Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. From smartphones to cloud-based services, high-speed wireless communication, and computing power for artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming, and more, our technology is all around us. 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. We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

Overview: The Mechanical Engineer, based in Horsham, PA, will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of complex wafer processing equipment involving wet processing technologies used in the manufacturing of advanced semiconductors, LEDs, displays, photonics, VCSELs, power electronics, compound semiconductors, hard disk drives, MEMS and wireless chips. This is a key member of the Engineered to Order (ETO) team. The engineer will work closely with engineering leadership, cross-functional engineering team members, sales, marketing, and field service team members. This role involves automation, gas and fluid delivery, with a concentration on fluidic design, mechanical design, and system packaging for systems already installed at customer sites.

Responsibilities:

• Develop fluidic design, mechanical design, and system packaging for new ETO single wafer processing systems and field upgrades.
• Develop subassemblies and components for wet processing technologies.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise, while focusing on design quality, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Design for safety, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Define mechanical design based on customer specifications and requirements.
• Ensure that manufacturing processes are compliant with standard design practices and safety codes.
• Ensure appropriate prototyping and functional testing is performed on designs to ensure reliable products can be produced in a repeatable manner.
• Perform analytical studies and theoretical calculations using a variety of engineering knowledge, including analysis of vessels, heat transfer, material structural analysis, static and dynamic, fluids, and motion mechanisms.
• Prepare presentations and present design concepts, ideas, and test results to internal and external customers.
• Provide expertise in mechanical engineering while participating in design reviews.
• Support procurement efforts in correlation with overall project deadlines.
• Provide "hands-on" assistance and support to the manufacturing team.
• Create and release engineering documentation through the ECO process.
• Support Program Management with execution of projects through the Veeco Product Life Cycle (PLC).

Qualifications: BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience designing capital equipment, subassemblies, and components, or an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years of experience, is required. Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD, or similar CAD systems, is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to take initiative and own full projects.
• Experience with finite element analysis, both structural and thermal.
• Experience with SAP or similar PLM system.
• General knowledge of electrical and software engineering disciplines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of technological complexity.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, sensors, automation, robotics, instrumentation, motion control, motor selection, encoders, electronic packaging, SEMI regulatory standards is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including specification development; ability to make technical presentations and interface with management, suppliers, and customers.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Must be hands-on with devices, prototyping, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to customer sites and/or supplier facilities on an as-needed basis.

Salary and Benefits The expected salary range for this position is $93,000-$118,000, 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 recruiting@veeco.com. Other benefits include: 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. Notice to Applicants: All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. 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. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.