Technical Mechanical Engineer

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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – ASIC Test Hardware

Location-Type: Onsite (5 days/week) – San Jose, CA, Fort Collins, CO, or Irvine, CA

Start Date Is: EOY

Duration: Permanent / Full-Time

Compensation Range: $150,000–$175,000 annually + performance bonus

Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Job Description:

• Develop and support mechanical and thermal solutions for semiconductor ASIC test hardware.

• Collaborate with vendors on high-density IC socket designs, mechanical components, and design improvements.

• Perform thermal simulations, mechanical design reviews, and troubleshooting of production test hardware.

• Support ASIC cooling solutions, including heat sinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systems.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve mechanical and electrical contact issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 6+ years.

• Hands-on mechanical engineering experience in semiconductor production testing, ASIC test hardware, or ATE environments.

• Experience with IC sockets, socket design, test interfaces, or high-density semiconductor test hardware.

• Hands-on experience with Ansys Icepack (Icepak) and SolidWorks Flow Simulation .

• Strong SolidWorks 3D mechanical design and simulation skills.

• Experience troubleshooting mechanical issues and collaborating with hardware vendors.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and hands-on engineering skills.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10%, including occasional international travel on short notice.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Python scripting and data analysis.

• Experience with robotic handlers, pogo-pin sockets, and ASIC cooling solutions.