Mechanical Design Engineer
Near Munich, Germany - Onsite working required
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a high-tech engineering company for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their precision engineering team in Weilheim, close to Munich. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge mechatronic and opto-mechatronic systems used in advanced semiconductor and high-precision mass manufacturing environments.
Your Responsibilities:
* Develop precision mechatronic and opto-mechatronic subsystems for integration into high-end manufacturing equipment (1 µm class)
* Create design concepts, evaluate performance, and lead the development of prototypes and mock-ups
* Define verification procedures and support the setup of laboratory test environments
* Own end-to-end mechanical design activities including 3D CAD, BOM creation, 2D manufacturing drawings, and supplier coordination
* Select and manage critical suppliers and oversee procurement activities
* Assemble and commission prototypes in the lab and coordinate testing and validation within the engineering team
* Document and communicate test results to internal stakeholders, customers, and international partners
Your Profile:
* Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or a related field
* 3+ years’ industry experience in precision engineering, ideally within semiconductor back-end or high-tech manufacturing equipment
* Strong understanding of semiconductor equipment and manufacturing ecosystems
* Excellent technical knowledge of:
* 3D CAD design
* Materials and precision mechanics
* Motion systems and controls
* Electrical actuators, pneumatics, bearings, sensors
* Precision machining techniques
* Experience with supplier development and technical procurement
* Solid knowledge of multi-physics simulation and design optimisation methods
* Experience in precision metrology (100 nm class) and relevant standards