<p>Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers' critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.</p> <p>Job Summary & Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li> <p>Looking for a Junior to Mid-level Mechanical Engineer to support design of new metrology instruments for our optical metrology tools.</p> </li><li> <p>The position reports to the Director of Hardware Engineering.</p> </li><li> <p>As a member of the new product development team, this engineer will work with systems engineers, optical engineers, and research scientists to develop hardware for our metrology instruments.</p> </li><li> <p>The engineer will be responsible for developing hardware and tooling concepts, performing detailed design calculations and analyses, performing detailed design of optical mounts, sub-micron precision adjustment and positioning mechanisms, assembly, and test of prototype systems, and finalizing the design through product release for current and future metrology instruments.</p> </li><li> <p>Depending on the size and scope of the project, this work may be done by the engineer alone, or by a small team of engineers and designers.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated capability with manual machining and fabrication equipment, mill, lathe, welding.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficiency with hand measurement tools.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated capability with stress, deflection and modal analysis using FEA programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated capability with flow and thermal analysis using CFD/FEA programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to architect basic mechatronic systems, select motors, sensors, drive components etc. based on satisfying system requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience implementing motion control systems.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with microcontrollers, Arduino, Pi.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient with accelerometers and spectrum analyzer to quantify and diagnose vibration.</p> </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>Skilled with contact and non-contact measurement types, indicators, cap gages, interferometer, to measure mechanical errors and drifts.</p> </li><li> <p>Basic LabView experience.</p> </li><li> <p>Skill using mathematical modeling software.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated technical depth in concept design of complex mechanical systems.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent communication and documentation skills including demonstrated ability to create clear reports and documentation.</p> </li><li> <p>Highly collaborative and team-oriented personality with a strong desire to succeed.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with 3D CAD design and finite element analysis (SolidWorks preferred).</p> </li><li> <p>5+ years' experience working as a mechanical design engineer.</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's degree or higher in science or engineering (strong preference for mechanical engineering)</p> </li></ul> <p>Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.</p> <p>Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.</p> <p>For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process.</p>