Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Job Overview: As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems and components. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting research, and utilizing engineering principles to develop innovative solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
- Create detailed design specifications for mechanical components and systems.
- Utilize CAD software to develop 3D models and 2D drawings.
- Conduct feasibility studies and prototype testing to validate design concepts.
Analysis and Simulation:
- Perform stress analysis, thermal analysis, and other simulations to ensure the structural integrity and performance of mechanical designs.
- Optimize designs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
- Perform and document in-house R&D experiments to validate solutions.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing specialists, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components into overall product designs.
- Communicate effectively with team members, project managers, and stakeholders.
Research and Innovation:
- Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and technologies.
- Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance product performance and functionality.
Prototyping and Testing:
- Oversee the fabrication of prototypes and conduct thorough testing to validate design specifications.
- Analyze test results and iterate on designs based on feedback.
Documentation:
- Create comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
- Ensure all design documentation complies with relevant industry standards and regulations.
Cost Optimization:
- Work to optimize designs for cost efficiency without compromising quality and performance.
- Collaborate with procurement and manufacturing teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 3 – 5 years of experience
- Proven experience in mechanical design, analysis, and testing.
- Significant experience and strong proficiency with SolidWorks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Experience with prototyping and testing methodologies.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations for manufacturing processes and materials (e.g., ANSI, SEMI, UHP).
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software.
- Knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
- Familiarity with mechatronics and control systems.
- Familiarity with gas delivery systems.
- Project management skills.
Top Skills
What We Do
Pivotal Systems provides best-in-class smart flow monitoring and process control technology designed for the global semiconductor and high-tech industries. Pivotal’s portfolio includes its patented Gas Flow Controllers (GFC™) and Flow Ratio Controllers (FRC). At Pivotal Systems, we aim to enhance fab productivity and capital efficiency with our innovative solutions.







