Mechatronics Engineer, Sr.

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.

The Impact You’ll Make

Designs, develops, modifies and integrates computer-controlled electronic and mechanical systems for the automation of industrial tasks and enhancement of manufacturing, processing or production equipment. Applies advanced electronic control systems, designs and assists in the manufacture of consumer products and in the development of new electro-mechanical concepts for new product lines. Responsible for assembling components, preparing test plans and supporting testing and validation of products.

What You’ll Do

• Work collaboratively in a cross-functional team to design, build, test, and troubleshoot new end effector applications on Lam robotic systems
• Prototype, test, and iterate on mechanical, electrical, and software components to optimize performance and reliability
• Create detailed design documentation, including schematics, CAD models, and technical specifications
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and control systems to enable autonomous operation and intelligent behavior
• Conduct thorough testing and validation procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Design and conduct test experiments pertaining to the resolution of complex technical problems. Implementation of DOE principles
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance during all phases of the project lifecycle
• Generate clear and concise presentations and data driven reports to communicate engineering solutions and provide clear technical recommendations
• Acquire and apply basic engineering theories, methods and research techniques in the investigation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical problems
• Act as liaison for cross-functional projects across multiple organizations
• Robotic path programming and computer vision extremely valuable

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering or similar
• 3 - 6 years of work experience
• Background in Robotics
• Creative thinking, strong problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities
• Ability to complete projects and learn the required skills with minimal guidance
• Solid understanding of statistical process control and basic statistical analysis used in production setting
• Previous experience in individual project management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotic hardware design and end effector application development
• Proficient in MCAD model creations (Siemens NX, Creo, Solidworks)
• Knowledge of the following languages and frameworks: Python, SQL, OpenCV, ML Platform such as Tensorflow or PyTorch
• Experience in engineering project management, PLM tools and phase gate reviews

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.