Mechanical Design Engineer - Semiconductor Test Equipment

About the role

AEM Holdings Ltd., a Singapore-headquartered semiconductor and electronics test innovator, is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer. The role covers designing and developing equipment and thermal head solutions for semiconductor testing, working with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver practical, manufacturable designs.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop equipment and thermal head solutions for semiconductor testing applications.
• Develop and build prototypes, test them and evaluate product functionality and performance.
• Prepare product specifications and support system and product qualification and buy-off.
• Record and analyse test data, and modify designs to meet safety, material, performance and efficiency requirements.
• Perform design calculations and support DFMEA activities.
• Develop 2D and 3D mechanical designs using CAD, preferably SolidWorks.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and feasible for production.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles and simulation to optimise design margins and manufacturability.
• Work with Control Engineers to optimise sequence flow and overall equipment design.
• Prepare cost estimates for final product designs, including labour, delivery and overhead costs.
• Participate in assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
• Manage assigned engineering projects and coordinate activities through design, testing and implementation.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including BOMs, operation manuals and training materials.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in equipment precision design and automation, preferably in the semiconductor industry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in thermal head design and development, preferably supporting FT, SLT or Burn-In testing.
• Candidates with relevant mechanical design experience may also be considered.
• Willing and able to travel overseas at short notice.

Required skills

• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Good understanding of mechanical design, equipment development and manufacturing considerations.