Mechanical Engineer Robotics jobs at Applied Materials in United States, San Jose

Key Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer in the Atmospheric Robotics function typically: is a systems engineering design engineering authority (DEA) for wafer handling robot subsystems within a variety of semiconductor equipment. S/he determines hardware and software requirements, performs detailed analysis, and also defines working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Specifies, coordinates, and resolves interface issues between these various automation modules and subsystems such as material handling robotics, loadlocks, loadports, system control software, etc.

This role develops and executes robotics systems engineering projects of difficult scope under general direction. You will need to: translate internal customer needs into specific technical requirements for semiconductor wafer handling robot; analyze, communicate and negotiate requirements; manage product development to ensure OEM robot vendors meet specific requirements on time and at cost. Author hardware and software specifications. Perform hardware and software testing to ensure robots meet agreed requirements, including hands-on work such as extensive hands-on testing, developing and running test programs and safely operating complex industrial equipment.

1.Support automation systems engineering projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, and software design, and understand the underlying system implications.

2.Leverage robotics subject matter expertise in performing systems engineering analyses in support of semiconductor equipment product development.

3.Leverage robotics subject matter expertise and interpersonal skills to evaluate & negotiate requirements from internal and external customers with consideration for feasibility, technical risks, and operational factors.

4.Manage projects consisting of software and mechanical scope to ensure OEM robot vendors meet specific requirements on time and at cost.

5.Perform software and mechanical testing and qualification of OEM supplied robots. Design & build physical test stands and develop testing software in support of qualification activities.

6.Maintain accountability for quality and reliability requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Drive closure of quality problems using structured methodologies.

7.Evaluate mechanical, software & electrical designs within material handling robots, and similar mechanisms, with respect to requirements.

LeadSystem Integration and troubleshooting of robotics & automation modules in application labsand NPI operations.

Provide onsite support during startup of new equipment

Key Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelines
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems, within safety guidelines
• Troubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues
• Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations and technical reports
• Interact with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues/problems with limited supervision
• Measure film properties and interpret data
• Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers with limited supervision
• Implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus