Mechanical Engineer IV - Santa Clara, CA, United States

Originally posted 11 May 2026 by the employer. Relisted by the employer on 26 August 2026.

About the role

As a Mechanical Engineer IV, you will resolve complex mechanical problems and design custom mechanical tooling, fixtures, and associated processes across the product life cycle.

What you'll do

- Identify and troubleshoot complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision. - Design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes to enable handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. - Develop, design, or modify complex engineering layouts, schematics, and drawings/specifications. - Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers. - Define, coordinate, perform, and generate engineering test reports, complex engineering analysis, and product specifications. - Oversee manufacturing and installation processes while coordinating procurement and assembly of mechanical components.

What you'll need

- Bachelor’s degree. - 7-10 years of experience. - Subject-matter expertise with CAD software. - Experience with thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, and GD&T. - Experience with flow analysis and/or Design for Excellence principles.

Nice to have

- Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection, and manufacturing methods.

Skills: mechanical design, tooling, assemblies, manufacturing installation, materials