Opto-Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking an Opto‑Mechanical Engineer to develop, prototype, and integrate precision opto‑mechanical subsystems for advanced imaging, illumination, and metrology platforms. This role requires strong hands‑on experience across optics and mechanical design, from early concept development through prototype assembly, alignment, qualification, and characterization. The successful candidate will work closely with optical, mechanical, and system engineers to deliver robust, compliant, and high‑performance solutions. Role Responsibilities: * Develop opto-mechanical concepts for imaging, illumination, and metrology subsystems. * Design and prototype mounts, mechanisms, fixtures, and breadboards. * Assemble and debug prototype chambers and precision assemblies. * Perform optical/mechanical alignment, metrology, and characterization. * Derive component‑level requirements, including tolerances, stability, drift, and environmental sensitivity based on system‑level needs. * Design opto‑mechanical systems to meet SEMI standards and compliance requirements, and support documentation needed for qualification and audits. * Plan, support, and interpret environmental qualification testing, including vibration, shock, temperature, and thermal cycling tests, and incorporate results into design improvements. * Work hands-on with optics, mechanics, materials, and thermal/structural concerns. * Assist in establishing and qualifying vendors for mechanical sub-components. * Communicate mechanical/optical considerations to influence architectural decisions. Minimum Qualifications: * BS in Mechanical, Optical, or related engineering field. * Strong understanding of optical systems and opto‑mechanical design principles. * 7–10+ years in precision mechanical design, prototyping, and assembly. * Subject-matter expertise with CAD software (Solidworks, Inventor, NX), sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods. * Ability to derive and specify tolerances, stability, drift, and environmental requirements. * Hands-on prototype assembly/integration/debug experience. Experience performing optical alignment and metrology using standard laboratory tools. * Proficient in opto-mechanical, precision mechanical and mechanism design and familiar with high precision optical design implementations. * Familiarity with SEMI standards (e.g., SEMI S2, S8, F47 as applicable) and experience designing systems to meet compliance requirements. * Understanding of environmental test protocols, including vibration, shock, temperature, and thermal cycling. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with designing/integrating precision motion control systems. * Experience developing products within the semiconductor equipment space. * Experience with structural and modal FEA (ANSYS, COMSOL, or similar) for evaluating stiffness, thermal behavior, and vibration modes of mechanical assemblies. * Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM platforms. * Proficiency in data analysis (JMP/Excel). ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: 10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America) ### ### Travel: No ### ### Relocation Eligible: Yes ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Standard) U.S. Salary Range: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00 The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.