Mechanical Component Engineer, Sr.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 4 to 8 years of experience in Mechanical/ Electromechanical, component engineering alternate parts component qualification, testing and evaluation.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and perform Mechanical and Electromechanical alternate/replacement parts qualification, testing and validation
• Initiate and lead efforts to identify and qualify second sources for material availability, performance, cost reduction and reliability improvement.
• Perform Alternate component search and provide a detailed Component comparison report and should be a decision maker on component attributes.
• Provide inputs on component selection to new designs to improve product reliability by participating in design reviews and DFMEA.
• Work with cross-functional teams (mechanical design, procurement, and manufacturing) to ensure compatibility.
• Maintain a standardized parts library to optimize reuse and minimize part proliferation.
• Collaborate with vendors and procurement teams to evaluate component availability, lead times, and pricing.
• Evaluate component obsolescence/single-source-components risks and recommend interchangeable replacements(Form, Fit, Function compatible) to avoid supply chain disruptions.
• Own the completed component evaluation, guide team on component related specification issues in finding solutions.

Mandatory Skills

• Understanding of detailed manufacturing process and end to end parameters of Mechanical/ Electromechanical components such as Fittings, Tube & hose Assemblies, Fasteners & Hardware’s, Pressure switch, Pressure gauge, Valves, Flow Switch, Hydraulic & Pneumatic components, Precision components etc.
• Expert knowledge in Mechanical component parameters and their significant impact on product performance.
• Review and interpret component data sheets and its significance on product performance.
• Understanding GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and how tolerances affect mechanical assemblies.
• Dealing with uncertainty during testing of alternate/replacement components
• Working closely with design engineers, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams to optimize component usage for DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly).
• Creating BOMs (Bill of Materials), specifications, and qualification reports.
• CAD Software Knowledge, Preferably NX and Creo.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of BOM Management tools like Silicon Expert and HIS.
• Experience with PLM, Library management and Various Industry standards such SEMI,DIN,ISO and ASME.
• Experience with documentation standards.
• Knowledge of Pneumatic Schematic, schematic, and mechanical component evaluation.

• Familiarity with manufacturing and Design environments

Competencies

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.