Principal Mechanical Engineer

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      "text": "What you'll do:",
      "content": "<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Lead System Design:</strong> Drive the design, integration, and validation of advanced R&amp;D equipment for thin-film processing</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Define Requirements:</strong> Establish system-level requirements and innovative design concepts that directly correlate mechanical precision to final thin-film product quality</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Standardize Best Practices:</strong> Implement and maintain engineering workflows, and best practices using semiconductor standards as your guide</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Lead Design Reviews:</strong> Conduct rigorous reviews for overall mechanical systems and sub-systems, emphasizing manufacturability (DFx) and best practices for mechanical design</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Collaborate &amp; Interface:</strong> Generate and maintain critical interfaces with cross-functional teams, including scientists, vacuum specialists, and electrical engineers</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Project Accountability:</strong> Report on project milestones to stakeholders, ensuring delivery of on-time and in-spec outcomes</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Mentor Talent:</strong> Coach engineering staff on technical delivery, procedural discipline, and professional development</li>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</div>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Get Things Done:</strong> Act with speed to drive projects from concept through assembly, testing, and implementation</li>\n</ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul>"
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      "text": "What we’re looking for:",
      "content": "\n<li><strong>Education:</strong> Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent industrial experience)</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Experience:</strong> 15+ years of experience in the design and implementation of complex R&amp;D systems or semiconductor manufacturing equipment</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Thermal &amp; Structural Expertise:</strong> Proven capability in high-temperature structural design and complex thermal management within vacuum environments</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Vacuum System Proficiency:</strong> Deep understanding of vacuum architecture, including material outgassing, seal integrity, and pump-down optimization</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Software Mastery:</strong> Expertise in 3D modeling (SolidWorks and/or NX) and FEA/Thermal simulation tools (COMSOL, ANSYS)</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Hands-on Capability:</strong> Ability to bridge the gap between design and the shop floor, including experience with manual/CNC machining, prototyping, and hardware troubleshooting</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Vendor Management:</strong> Experience selecting and qualifying global vendors for specialized components or custom sub-systems</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Demonstrated ability to lead effectively in both direct and matrixed organizational structures.</li>\n"
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    {
      "text": "Bonus points for: ",
      "content": "\n<li><strong>R2R Expertise:</strong> Experience designing or integrating roll-to-roll (R2R) systems for material processing</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Semiconductor Background:</strong> Prior success building first-of-kind or experimental tools for semiconductor R&amp;D or thin-film deposition</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Standards Knowledge:</strong> Familiarity with SEMI, ASME, ASTM, and other industry-standard mechanical codes</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Motion Control:</strong> Experience designing precision motion and motor-controlled systems within challenging environments</li>\n"
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      "text": "Must-have Requirements: ",
      "content": "\n<li>Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs</li>\n<li>Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time</li>\n<li>Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics</li>\n<li>Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally</li>\n"
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