Mechanical Engineer II

JOB DESCRIPTION

Axcelis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for the design and development of highly mechanized and automated capital equipment for the semiconductor industry. Working closely with product and marketing managers, the engineer is responsible for developing innovative solutions to difficult engineering challenges facing ion implanters. Projects may include new product development, continuous improvement, part obsolescence, and field-identified issues. The engineer will utilize sound engineering methods, analysis tools, DfX, and concurrent product development processes to deliver solutions right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and innovative solutions for existing and future ion implanters.
• Ensures adherence to the development process, including requirements planning, schedule estimates, concept reviews, design reviews, verification, and validation test plans.
• Monitors progress of projects, consults with program and project engineers, and ensures that development is progressing according to schedule. Recommends corrective action as required.
• Provides mechanical engineering interface to the design services group and to offshore teams to deliver quality designs and on-time performance.
• Communicates to cross-functional groups the status of various development projects. Ensures that products and projects are delivered to meet customer requirements and specifications.
• The role requires close day-to-day interaction with both project managers and key customers to manage the complete mechanical engineering lifecycle for new and legacy products. Strong interpersonal skills are required, together with a drive to succeed.
• Ensures mechanical designs meet design objectives as well as safety, industry (SEMI), and customer specific requirements.
• Executes design, qualification, and release of mechanical assemblies—experience with semiconductor capital equipment a plus.
• Troubleshoot, find root cause, and recommend corrective actions to system-level problems that cross multiple engineering disciplines. Having some knowledge of controls and electrical systems would be helpful.

Qualifications

• Accomplished early level mechanical engineer capable of contributing to technical design.
• Know how to roll up your sleeves and get the job done right.
• Practical experience with the design, manufacture, and service of highly automated electromechanical systems.
• Must possess strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with offshore teams is a benefit.
• Capital equipment design experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Project Management Skills are a plus.
• Experience with a PLM system. Specific knowledge of the following is a plus: PTC/Windchill.
• 3D modeling and FEA analysis skills.  Specific knowledge of the following is a plus:  PTC/Creo, Ansys.
• BSME
• 2-4+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
 

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).