Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineer supports the execution of engineering efforts across Onto Innovation, with a focus on technical problem-solving and implementing scalable innovations for mechanical systems. Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Lead, this position plays a critical role in enhancing the reliability, quality, and efficiency of Onto’s equipment portfolio. This hands-on role is responsible for sourcing, developing, and enabling deployment of critical solutions, managing key engineering documentation, and ensuring seamless integration into product platforms. Success in this position is measured by the timely delivery of technical solutions, contributions to lifecycle sustainability, and the successful adoption of mechanical innovations across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Execution of Mechanical System Enhancements (60%)
• Support Innovation Deployment: Work closely with the Mechanical Engineering Lead to implement strategic roadmaps through prototyping, testing, and refining novel mechanical solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Perform reliability testing and lifecycle analysis on mechanical components to ensure compliance with engineering standards and equipment performance goals.
• Component Optimization: Troubleshoot and resolve issues in mechanical subsystems in conjunction with partner Core Engineering functions to enhance reliability and operational efficiency.
• Documentation Ownership: Create and maintain technical documentation, including CAD files, specification sheets, interface requirements, and system diagrams, ensuring platform teams have ready access to critical information.

Support Fleet and Platform Stability (20%)
• Lifecycle Management: Collaborate with platform-as-product leads to assess component obsolescence risks and provide support for novel solutions to sustain long-term fleet performance.
• Engineering Standards: Contribute to the development and consistent application of Onto’s mechanical engineering standards to enable seamless cross-platform integration.
• Validation: Conduct functional tests and simulation studies for new launches, ensuring each innovation meets reliability and performance benchmarks before scale-up.

Sustain Technology Adoptions (20%)
• Manufacturing Integration: Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure smooth production rollouts for new mechanical components and system updates.
• Data-Driven Improvements: Leverage data and insights to evaluate performance, track reliability issues, and recommend new improvements to reduce service costs and downtime.
• Training & Handoff: Work with platform and boundary teams to transfer technical knowledge, ensuring efficient adoption of mechanical system updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.7+ years of experience in a hands-on mechanical engineering role, preferably working with complex systems.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks) and related engineering design tools.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in subsystem designs.
• Knowledge of design-for-manufacturing and lifecycle management principles.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing detailed technical documentation.

Preferred:
• Advanced Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent advanced expertise gained through industry experience.
• Prior experience in beverage or food equipment technologies, understanding the unique requirements of quality, regulatory compliance, and performance optimization.
• Working knowledge of IoT systems, connectivity platforms, or advanced materials.
• Experience in scaling technologies through platform-based organizations or working in Agile-driven environments.
• Proven ability to influence without authority, leveraging relationships, technical credibility, and value creation to drive results across cross-functional teams.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).