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At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.


Mechanical Engineer 5

Date:  Jul 8, 2025
Location: 

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Req ID:  189506
Worker Category:  On-site Flex

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

 

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. 

 

The Impact You’ll Make

As a Mechanical Engineer at Lam, you're designing and defining cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Your role involves feasibility studies, testing, and guiding teams in detailed design and fabrication. You provide the crucial design information needed to shape our technology's packaging.

What You’ll Do

Job Responsibilities

  • Create engineering requirements based on product vision or marketing research specification
  • Ability to drive development of the product based on engineering requirements and interaction between engineering hardware and wafer process. 
  • Must be able to define and manage complex, multi-disciplinary (ME, EE, SW) projects and be able to direct support personnel, engineers, technicians, to meet project milestones. 
  • Responsible for performing mechanical engineering research, design, development, modification, and evaluation. 
  • Determine design approaches using Thermal and Structural FEA analysis tools as required.
  • Propose, review, and evaluate designs.
  • Generate and/or direct layout/design activities and verify accuracy of final documentation.
  • Analyze and select components and equipment, as well as evaluate supplier capabilities.
  • Design and conduct independent experiments or tests.
  • Define problems and objectives, develop approach, analyze results and provide recommendations.
  • Direct and manage design implementation of required changes and modifications.

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience on system level understanding of equipment design, gas delivery system, and plasma chamber design.
  • Requires thorough understanding of machine mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid engineering.  
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience. Extremely knowledgeable using 3D CAD tools; knowledge of ProE and NX is a plus 
  • Strong hands-on experimental and design background coupled with solid engineering skills
  • Succinct presentation skills; present progress on large cross-functional initiatives at executivelevel meetings
  • Strong skills and experiences in problem solving, time and priority management, communication, and project management
  • Strong design background coupled with solid engineering skills 

Our Commitment

 

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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Salary

 

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $119,000.00 -  $259,000.00.

 

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

 

Our Perks and Benefits
 

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Discover more at Lam Benefits


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