Mechanical Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment

About the role

ASM's Advanced Packaging team is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering career. You will contribute to the development of next-generation semiconductor equipment, working alongside experienced engineers on system design, automation and problem-solving. The role suits someone who wants hands-on expertise in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and development of semiconductor vacuum systems and related components
• Assist in automation development using PLCs, SCADA and related tools
• Work with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, operations and quality to support project execution
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues, contributing to root cause analysis
• Create and maintain BOMs and engineering documentation
• Perform basic engineering calculations (structural, thermal, fluid systems)
• Create and update CAD models and drawings using Creo Parametric
• Prepare design documentation for manufacturing and testing
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and learn new technologies

Required profile

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Internship or academic project experience in engineering design, automation or related areas
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems such as vacuum, thermal and fluid systems
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, high-tech environment
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within a team

Required skills

• Familiarity with CAD tools such as Creo or similar
• Preferred: exposure to PLC programming or automation systems
• Preferred: knowledge of engineering standards (CE, SEMI, NFPA) and GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or ISO)
• Preferred: experience using version control tools such as Git