Mechanical Engineer 2

About Us

Lam Research is a leading global manufacturer of capital equipment used in making leading-edge semiconductors across the world. We primarily compete in four specific areas – deposition, etch, photoresist strip, and single wafer clean. Lam Research India team is organized into three major areas of responsibility: Hardware, Software, and Operations. We have an open position in the Hardware group. The Hardware group designs subassemblies and subsystems for Lam’s product lines, providing innovation for the next-generation products, providing improvements in cost and reliability.

There is an opening for the role of  Mechanical Engineer 2  within the Customer Support Business Group (CSBG) of LIGHT organization. This position will be based out of Bangalore and will closely be working with the Engineering & Cross-functional teams across global regions of Lam Research like US & India. CSBG mainly focuses on delivering value to customers throughout the product lifecycle by providing Spares, Upgrades, and services to maximize the value of customer capital assets.

This high energy individual will focus on development and support for Productivity and Technology Upgrades to our global customers through Non-Standard requests, for our Etch product lines. Meet Corporate metrics and goals set to achieve excellence and deliver fast solutions to our global Customer. Also, collaborate with various global product and field support teams to address issues.

Job Responsibilities

- Contribute to mechanical subsystem development activities for semiconductor equipment hardware, supporting New Product Development (NPD), Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP), cost reduction, productivity enhancements, and reliability improvement initiatives under general guidance.
- Work with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and suppliers to understand product requirements, evaluate design options, and support project deliverables.
- Develop and refine mechanical design concepts and translate defined requirements into practical component and subsystem solutions using appropriate materials such as metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and coating/plating technologies.
- Perform engineering design, CAD modeling, tolerance analysis, and detailed documentation in accordance with Lam standards, SEMI standards, applicable industry standards, and Best Known Methods (BKMs).
- Apply standard engineering principles and defined procedures to perform design evaluations involving structural, thermal, vibration, fluid/gas flow, manufacturability, reliability, and cost considerations for moderately scoped problems.
- Develop and execute test plans for component and subsystem verification, collect and analyze characterization data, and document conclusions against defined requirements.
- Identify design risks, investigate test or build issues using structured problem-solving methods, and support corrective actions and design improvements.
- Prepare clear technical reports, design review material, and project updates that communicate design intent, analysis, test results, risks, and recommended actions.
- Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and release documentation by following Product Development & Release (PDR) and Engineering Change Management processes.
- Support pilot builds, product qualification, High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM) readiness, and customer, field, or manufacturing issue resolution in collaboration with global teams.

Mandatory Skills

- Intermediate-level mechanical engineering knowledge demonstrated through relevant academic background and professional experience.
- Ability to apply engineering principles, company policies, and defined procedures to resolve routine and moderately scoped design issues.
- Hands-on experience with CAD tools (NX preferred), 3D modeling, detailed drawings, drawing standards, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
- Experience supporting the design lifecycle from defined requirements and concepts through detail engineering, drawing release, procurement, supplier DFM interaction, assembly, test, build verification, and qualification.
- Working knowledge of mechanical components and materials, including OEM components, sheet metal, machined parts, welded assemblies, plastics, and ceramics.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and evaluate common structural, strength, thermal, flow, seismic, and tipping risks, with guidance for higher-complexity analyses.
- Working knowledge of DFMA, DFX, DFMEA, RCCA, 5-Why, and 8D problem-solving methods.
- Ability to create and release complete engineering drawings and bills of materials through an Engineering Change Management process.
- Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization, manage assigned priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with cross-functional stakeholders.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or Master's in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 1 years of relevant experience.

Preferred qualifications

- Experience in Semiconductor industry is a plus.
- Experience in project management, managing projects, or problem solving while managing time and multiple priorities.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.