Senior Hardware Development Engineer
Design cutting-edge hardware for advanced semiconductor systems. Own complex projects from investigation through implementation.
A global technology manufacturer developing advanced capital equipment for the semiconductor industry. The organization combines precision engineering, automation, and advanced materials to improve the performance and reliability of complex manufacturing systems.
Job Description
Lead root cause investigations involving equipment performance, particle generation, contamination, and product defectivity
Perform hands-on testing and technical analysis using particle counters, optical inspection systems, SEM/EDX, VPD ICP-MS, and other advanced metrology equipment
Design precision mechanical components for critical equipment modules
Develop and evaluate materials, coatings, seals, surface treatments, and finishes for ultra-clean applications
Identify and reduce particle generation caused by wear, friction, vibration, and mechanical interfaces
Use CAD, PLM, and FEA tools to design, document, analyze, and validate hardware solutions
Develop test plans and complete hardware qualification activities in laboratory and production environments
Collaborate with process engineering, design engineering, equipment engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams
Partner with customers and suppliers to address technical specifications, equipment issues, and corrective actions
Support technical audits, customer inquiries, equipment upgrades, and field problem-solving activities
Assist with equipment installations, testing, and hardware modifications
Travel internationally to support customer testing and equipment upgrades, approximately 10% to 25%
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Senior Hardware Development Engineer should have:
Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
3 to 10 years of hardware development experience within semiconductor equipment, semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum systems, industrial automation, or another contamination-sensitive industry
Hands-on experience operating, testing, or troubleshooting complex mechanical or electromechanical equipment
Experience designing precision mechanical components and assemblies
Understanding of contamination control, equipment cleanliness, or particle-generation mechanisms
Experience with cleanroom operations, preferably within ISO Class 1 through ISO Class 5 environments
Knowledge of vacuum systems, precision assemblies, or automated material-handling equipment
Experience applying structured root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
Proficiency with Creo or a comparable 3D CAD platform
Familiarity with engineering documentation and product lifecycle management processes
Experience with FEA tools such as Ansys is preferred
Working knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and statistical process control
Experience collaborating with suppliers on hardware or technology development
Ability to work safely and effectively in laboratory and cleanroom environments
Strong technical communication, documentation, and presentation skills
Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment
What's on Offer
Hands-on ownership of advanced hardware development initiatives
Challenging mechanical design and equipment problem-solving work
Exposure to advanced semiconductor manufacturing technologies
Opportunities to take projects from initial investigation through design, testing, and implementation
Direct collaboration with customers, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
International exposure through customer-site testing and equipment upgrades
The ability to make a measurable impact on equipment reliability, cleanliness, and manufacturing performance