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About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.
We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.
Overview:
Veeco's process equipment solutions enable the manufacture of LEDs, flexible OLED displays, power electronics, hard drives, MEMS and wireless chips. We are the market leader in MOCVD, MBE, Ion Beam and other advanced thin film process technologies. Our high-performance systems drive innovation in energy efficiency, consumer electronics and network storage and allow our customers to maximize productivity and achieve lower cost of ownership.
The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer is a key member of the New Product Development (NPD) team, working on complex wafer processing equipment involving ion beam etch, ion beam deposition, chemical and physical vapor deposition technologies. This role involves overall system design, vacuum vessel design, ion beam source design, incorporation of OEM components, as well as many other engineering and design areas.
Responsibilities:

• Work on fast paced development projects with the responsibility for all mechanical design aspects of the equipment, subassemblies. and components
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise while maintaining design quality, reliability, cost, and ease of manufacturing
• Perform analytical studies and theoretical calculations including analysis of vacuum vessels, heat transfer, material structural analysis, fluid dynamics, and motion mechanisms
• Define mechanical design specifications based on customer requirements and company capabilities
• Ensure that designs are compliant with standard SEMI design practices and safety codes; ensure appropriate tests are in place to produce reliable and repeatable products
• Develop test plans and design of experiments and directly involved in prototype development and testing
• Prepare and present design reviews to convey design concepts and test results to internal and external stakeholders
• Create and release engineering documentation through the ECO process
• Support procurement efforts in correlation with overall project deadlines
• Provide "hands-on" assistance and support to the manufacturing team for new developments
• Support and mentor Junior engineers by providing guidance and reviewing their designs

Qualifications:
BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience or an MS degree with 6 years of experience designing capital equipment, vacuum systems, subassemblies, or components is required. Must have experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar 3D CAD systems. Experience with finite element analysis is required as is hands-on troubleshooting experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Finite element analysis, both structural and thermal, is required
• Knowledge of Semiconductor equipment design, including but not limited to RF systems, plasma chambers, ESC's, and Defectivity management techniques is a must.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team, taking initiative, own full projects, and lead small project teams as required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including specification development; ability to make technical presentations and interface with all levels of management, suppliers, and customers
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, sensors, automation, robotics, instrumentation, motion control, motor selection, encoders, electronic packaging is desired
• Experience with SAP, or similar PLM system is desired
• Project management experience is a plus
• Must have the ability to be hands-on with devices, prototyping, and troubleshooting including standing for extended periods as needed
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to customer sites and/or supplier facilities on an as-needed basis

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Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000-$152,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.
Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.