Minimum 2 years of precision mechanical engineering design or related experience
Proficient in 3D CAD solid modeling tools (e.g., NX, ProEngineer) and Finite Element Modeling (Nastran or equivalent)
Skilled in analyzing thermal, fluid, motion, vibration, and pneumatic systems
Experience in testing, report writing, and evaluating prototype designs
Knowledge of materials, production methods, and low volume manufacturing techniques
Familiarity with mechanical engineering standards including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
Analyze, design, and test electro-mechanical systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment
Perform necessary calculations to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets
Evaluate prototype designs, conduct testing, document findings, and write reports
Support the fabrication and build of prototype and production systems
Collaborate with Electrical Engineering and Software teams to optimize module performance
Manage the Bill of Materials for the machine and related accessories
Support integration of subsystems into the overall CAD model of a complex machine
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge semiconductor assembly technology
Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
Potential for travel, enhancing professional exposure
Engagement in innovative projects that require creative problem-solving
Supportive culture that values communication and teamwork
Full Job Description
Job Description
The candidate will be a member of a multi-site K&S team that develops and sustains semiconductor assembly equipment. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the design, development, documentation and testing of mechanical subsystems that is part of a high-performance semiconductor assembly machine under development.
Responsibilities • Analyzes, designs, and tests electro-mechanical systems for high-performance multi-axis robotic semiconductor manufacturing equipment and process equipment. • Performs analysis and calculations necessary to ensure designs meet requirements including performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets. • Evaluates prototype designs against requirements, performs testing, documents and analyses data and write reports. • Support fabrication/build of prototype and production systems • Work closely with Electrical Engineering and Software teams to achieve module performance • Manage Bill of Materials for the machine, as well as related accessories and kits. • Support the integration of multiple subsystems and modules into the overall CAD model of a large machine with >2,000 unique components • Leverage various software tools and lab equipment to collect data • Provides technical support to our field engineers and customers • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge & Experience requirements • Minimum 2 years of precision mechanical engineering design or related experience • Capable of using 3D CAD solid modeling tools (such as NX or ProEngineer), Finite Element Modeling (Nastran or equivalent), and MS Office tools. • Ability to perform analysis related to thermal, fluid, motion, vibration, and pneumatic systems. • Ability to perform testing, write reports, and evaluate prototype designs against product requirements. • Ability to interpret requirements and Design tooling according to customer's specifications and requirements • Ability to perform machine trouble shooting and testing • Knowledge of materials and production methods. • Knowledge of low volume manufacturing methods and mechanical engineering standards including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance). • Ability to perform detailed analysis related to motion systems and mechanism designs.
Education Requirements • Minimum a bachelor's degree in mechanical or robotics engineering
Other requirements • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to think outside the box • Innovative thinking • Positive Attitude • Team player with a cross functional mindset • Result-driven and can-do mentality • Some travel (domestic and international) may be required
About Kulicke & Soffa
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells capital equipment and expendable tools used to assemble semiconductor devices, including integrated circuits (ICs), high and low powered discrete devices, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and power modules. The Company also services, maintains, repairs and upgrades equipment, all used to assemble semiconductor devices. The Company operates through two segments: Equipment and Expendable Tools. The Equipment segment manufactures and sells a line of ball bonders, wedge bonders, advanced packaging and electronic assembly solutions. The Expendable Tools segment manufactures and sells expendable tools and materials used in the semiconductor packaging process, such as soldering tools, bonding wires, advanced packaging materials, hybrid materials and shims. The Company's customers primarily consist of semiconductor device manufacturers, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test providers (OSATs), other electronics manufacturers and automotive electronics suppliers.
