Senior Staff Engineer, Product Design

As the Senior Staff Engineer, Product Design, you will be responsible for the design, development, documentation and testing of mechanical subsystems that is part of a high-performance semiconductor assembly machine under development. You will take a leading role in communicating with our development partner and coordinating the joint development activities in the mechanical and mechatronic area. • Manage root cause analysis on escalation related to process/machine problem affecting application by providing and recommending solutions • Serves as technical expert in multiple subsystem or aspect of machine performance. • Coordinate the completion of designs and documentation from concept to production stage • May plan budgets in relation to projects • Analyzes, designs, and tests electro-mechanical systems for high-performance multi-axis robotic semiconductor manufacturing equipment and process equipment. • Performs analysis and calculations necessary to ensure designs meet requirements including performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets. • Create product validation and evaluates prototype designs against requirements, performs testing, documents and analyses data and write reports. • Lead fabrication/build of prototype and production systems • Work closely with variety of cross functional business groups to achieve module performance • Manage overall Bill of Materials for the machine, as well as related accessories and kits. • Manage and coordinate integration of multiple subsystems and modules into the overall CAD model of a large machine with >2,000 unique components • Leverage various software tools and lab equipment to collect data • Provides customer facing troubleshooting and support • Performs risk assessments and analysis • Other duties as assigned Knowledge & Experience requirements • Minimum 8 years of precision mechanical engineering design or related experience • Capable of using 3D CAD solid modeling tools (such as NX or ProEngineer), Finite Element Modeling (Nastran or equivalent), and MS Office tool4 • Ability to perform analysis related to thermal, fluid, motion, vibration, and pneumatic systems. • Ability to perform testing, write reports, and evaluate prototype designs against product requirements. • Knowledge and application of system design involving multiple axes, servo, pneumatic actuators, stepper and other drive/sensing methods. • Ability to interpret requirements and Design tooling according to customer’s specifications and requirements • Full design cycle experience, from proof of concept through prototyping, development, and commercial realization. • Strong ability to perform machine trouble shooting and testing • Knowledge of materials and production methods. • Knowledge of low volume manufacturing methods and mechanical engineering standards including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance). • Ability to perform detailed analysis related to motion systems and mechanism designs. • Ability to supervise and lead teams • Ability to travel upon request Education Requirements • Minimum a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or robotics engineering, MS preferred Other requirements • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to think outside the box • Innovative thinking • Positive Attitude • Strong project and people leadership skills • Strong presentation skills to senior leadership • Team player with a cross functional mindset • Result-driven and can-do mentality • Ability to travel (up to 20%) and hold off-hours calls Company Overview Founded in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: KLIC) specialize in developing cutting-edge semiconductor and electronics assembly solutions enabling a smarter and more sustainable future. Ever-growing range of products and services supports growth and facilitates technology transitions across large-scale markets. Please refer to the website for more details: www.kns.com . Equal Opportunity Kulicke & Soffa recruits on the basis of merit (such as skills, experience or ability to perform the job), regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.