Mechanical Engineer (PSP)

About the role

Veeco's Precision Surface Processing (PSP) division creates advanced wet processing systems for next-generation semiconductors. This role is core to Veeco's Engineered-to-Order product strategy, enabling breakthrough device architectures at leading fabs worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure single-wafer wet process chambers and related subassemblies, ensuring robust performance and manufacturability under aggressive chemical exposure.
• Define detailed mechanical specifications from customer requirements and integrate automation, gas, and fluid delivery elements into complete systems.
• Conduct thermal and structural analyses (FEA) for static, dynamic, and thermal conditions; validate designs with hands-on prototype testing.
• Create and manage CAD models, drawings, and BOMs (SolidWorks/PLM), ensuring design compliance and supporting rapid ECO cycles.
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Management to meet cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Present design concepts and risk assessments to internal stakeholders and customers; participate in design reviews and phase-gate decisions.
• Provide shop-floor support for build issues and lead design-of-experiments during prototype evaluation.
• Ensure adherence to SEMI standards, safety codes, and best practices for design quality.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in capital equipment design or an MS degree with 3+ years of experience is required.
• Experience developing chambers or components operating in chemical process environments preferred.
• Proficient in SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD) and PLM tools (SAP preferred).
• Skilled in Finite Element Analysis (structural & thermal).
• Familiarity with GD&T, motion components, robotics/automation, and SEMI standards.
• Excellent collaboration, technical presentation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on approach to prototyping and troubleshooting in an engineering lab setting.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for customer or supplier visits.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $93,000-$135,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com .

Other Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.