Intern (Mechanical Engineer)

About the Role

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT—as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality, and a passion for success—join us today!

We are looking for a talented Intern (Sr Mechanical Engineer) to join us in Phoenix, AZ. The Sr Mechanical Engineer is the main point of contact for all production process equipment and associated fixture-related designs, actions, and plans. Provides design/build/fixture/handling systems support for a variety of applications globally.

Responsibilities

• Part fixture design, including safety considerations and ergonomics.
• SolidWorks expert, including failure modeling.
• Develops, maintains, and evaluates production tooling (fixtures, baskets, etc.) required for efficient, effective part processing.
• Part treatment workstation design:
  • Liquid: etch, strip, rinse, passivation, spray.
  • Surface texturing: media blasting, other mechanical methods of surface texturing.
  • Coating: TWAS, arc spray, ALD, electro/electroless deposition.
  • Other vapor phase processes.
• Develops and maintains process equipment requirements and specifications.
• Develops and maintains process equipment work procedures (preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, RFC, OQ, IQ).
• Leads and supports global equipment projects (development, installation, upgrades, etc.).
• Develops and implements training materials, examinations, and certifications regarding process equipment maintenance and operations.
• Automation:
  • Design and programming of robotic handling of parts.
  • Integration of sensors in equipment design.
• Leads development of Equipment Data Acquisition systems implementation packages to provide predictive process variation control on similar equipment globally.
• Leads and participates in cost-reduction efforts.
• Fully participates on committees (technical, safety, environmental, etc.) as assigned.
• Participates in projects as assigned to improve systems, operations, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Company.

Requirements

• Superior leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• High-level troubleshooting skills coupled with a hands-on approach to solving problems.
• Familiarity with "Six Sigma," "Lean Manufacturing" concepts, and other process improvement methods and approaches.
• Knowledge and engineering approach in mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and chemicals.
• Ability to read drawings and identify critical quality characteristics.
• Familiarity with wet chemistry processing, semiconductor tool consumables, semiconductor technology, critical cleaning technology, semiconductor processing, coating technologies, and CAD implementation, including failure analysis software.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels, both within and outside the organization.
• Able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• English writing and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum B.Sc. degree in a sub-field of engineering, mechanical preferred, materials from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry is an advantage.
• Three (3) years working as an Equipment Engineer and/or technically oriented Process Engineer is preferred, but a new graduate may be considered for this position.

Work Environment

This job is performed both in a professional office environment and on the production floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing areas can occasionally be moderate or loud.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Required to sit, climb stairs, and maintain balance.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust optical focus.

Travel Requirements

Limited off-site and/or overnight travel away from the primary work location may be required.