Mechatronics Engineer 2

Originally posted 28 October 2026 by the employer.

About the role

This mechanical engineering position within Mechatronics Engineering is part of the centralized Global Product Engineering Group at Lam Research. The team develops semiconductor equipment automation, including VORTEX wafer handling robots, process chamber mechanisms, and Lam Equipment Intelligence smart devices.

What you'll do

• Handle mechanical design, analysis, and evaluation of robotics and mechatronics products.
• Work hands-on in the mechatronics lab, utilizing rapid prototyping to evaluate design iterations.
• Develop test criteria and equipment for automated testing of products and support transition to high-volume manufacturing.
• Conduct failure analysis using 8D methodology and drive continual improvement throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure components meet manufacturing performance and cost targets.
• Create technical presentations and supporting data for formal design reviews following Lam processes.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent experience) plus a Master's degree or 3 years of industry experience.
• Proficiency using 3D CAD tools such as CREO or NX.
• Experience modeling analyses and simulations using FEA applications such as Creo Simulation or COMSOL.
• Experience designing test stands, instrumenting hardware, and operating data acquisition systems for hands-on lab testing.
• Strong familiarity with machining practices, sheetmetal fabrication, and additive manufacturing (3D printing).

Nice to have

• Background in mechatronics covering robotics, industrial automation, and/or sensing/computer vision.

Skills: Mechatronics, Robotics, Wafer Handling, Creo, FEA

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