Mechatronics Engineer 2

The group you’ll be a part ofIn the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. The impact you’ll makeMechatronics Engineering is part of the centralized Global Product Engineering Group. Lam Mechatronics Engineering has a proven track record of rapid innovation in semiconductor equipment automation, including VORTEX wafer handling robots, process chamber mechanisms, and Lam Equipment Intelligence smart devices. As a Mechanical Engineer within Mechatronics, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact across multiple Lam product groups.What you’ll doDesign activities related to wafer handling robotics and linear/rotary mechanisms used in semiconductor manufacturing tools.Develop and maintain application firmware, design motion profiles and trajectories.Design control systems hardware integrating OEM Servo Drive products to custom enclosures.Perform PID loop tuning and robustness analysis.Develop and improve image processing techniques in products automating robot teaching.Develop functional specifications of different features integrating the robotics/mechanisms to Lam wafer handling modules.Support existing and new robotics / mechanism products throughout their lifecycle.Create documentation.Support Failure Analysis using 5-Why and 8D methods.Support test stand development and operation at remote supplier sites.Who we’re looking forDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering with experience in industrial robotics or mechatronics design.Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or an advanced degree with no industry experience.Image processing techniques with OpenCV.Working knowledge of C, C++ and Python.Knowledge/experience in these areas related to 6-DOF or scara-type industrial robots.Robot kinematic and dynamics modeling by deriving equation-of-motion.Trajectory profile calculation using trapezoidal or jerk-limited profiles.PID loop tuning using classical Control theory. Knowledge with state-space a plus.Embedded firmware experience (RTOS, bare metal) a plus but not required.Preferred qualificationsA demonstrated passion for Mechatronics in the form of robotics, industrial automation, and/or sensing/computer vision.Our commitmentWe 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.Our Perks and BenefitsAt Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits. Department:Electrical Engineering