Senior Mechanical Engineer
PDF Solutions
Milpitas, CA · Posted June 2, 2026
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About the job
Overview
PDF Solutions (NASDAQ: PDFS) offers an end-to-end analytics platform that empowers engineers and data scientists across the semiconductor ecosystem to rapidly improve the yield, quality, and profitability of their products. By combining industry-leading data analytics and professional services with exclusive, differentiated product data generated during the manufacturing process, PDF Solutions is delivering on the promise of Industry 4.0 today by transforming how the ecosystem collects, analyzes, and shares data. Key Fortune 500 organizations around the world rely on PDF Solutions to remove the data barriers that encumber and constrain new product introductions and to deliver the machine learning insights that drive efficient and profitable high-volume manufacturing.
Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, PDF Solutions also operates worldwide in Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
Position Summary : PDF is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to work on PDF’s ebeam inspection tool for Design-For-Inspection used for enhancing yield in state-of-art 300mm semiconductor fabs. We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer who wants to hone their skills in an exciting career where they can work on cutting edge electron beam technology and work side by side with industry experts with decades of experience. The ideal candidate will be organized and a highly motivated team player with strong initiative and communication skills and possesses the drive to deliver quality results on time in a dynamic, multi-discipline, intensive and highly productive small team environment.
Responsibilities
Manage and own the entire electronics rack for the eProbe platform
Design electro-mechanical modules from concept to production, including electronic enclosures, layout of cable routing and cable management, machined parts, sheet metal, welding etc.
Conduct system and module analysis, such as thermal modeling, GD&T including tolerancing stack-up
Interface with other Mechanical, System, Software and Electrical engineers to ensure proper mechanical module integration
Design and analysis of system structural components
Create documentation including drawings, BOMs and procedures
Manage suppliers to ensure design requirements and project schedules are met
Support engineering projects
Drive continuous engineering projects and process improvements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Solid analytical and engineering skills
5+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering, preferable in semiconductor
Proficiency with 3D solid modeling, preferably SolidWorks
Experience with FEA, thermal, flow, and vibration
Experience with supplier management
Ability to work effectively and partner with various team members
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under time constraints and deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration and influencing skills
Ability to respond to, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines while maintaining the highest of standards for completeness and accuracy.
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced team environment with ability to adapt to change
Experience working in Cleanrooms or production fabs where particle and chemical contamination is critical
Experience using Solidworks Electrical
Experience creating P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) and electrical schematics
Experience designing electro-mechanical enclosures and component interface placement working closely with EE’s to ensure proper fit
Pay Range
USD $130,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.
Manage and own the entire electronics rack for the eProbe platform
Design electro-mechanical modules from concept to production, including electronic enclosures, layout of cable routing and cable management, machined parts, sheet metal, welding etc.
Conduct system and module analysis, such as thermal modeling, GD&T including tolerancing stack-up
Interface with other Mechanical, System, Software and Electrical engineers to ensure proper mechanical module integration
Design and analysis of system structural components
Create documentation including drawings, BOMs and procedures
Manage suppliers to ensure design requirements and project schedules are met
Support engineering projects
Drive continuous engineering projects and process improvements
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Solid analytical and engineering skills
5+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering, preferable in semiconductor
Proficiency with 3D solid modeling, preferably SolidWorks
Experience with FEA, thermal, flow, and vibration
Experience with supplier management
Ability to work effectively and partner with various team members
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under time constraints and deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration and influencing skills
Ability to respond to, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines while maintaining the highest of standards for completeness and accuracy.
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced team environment with ability to adapt to change
Experience working in Cleanrooms or production fabs where particle and chemical contamination is critical
Experience using Solidworks Electrical
Experience creating P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) and electrical schematics
Experience designing electro-mechanical enclosures and component interface placement working closely with EE’s to ensure proper fit