Automation Systems Engineer 3

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

Description

·Follow the established Onto Innovation product development process with responsibilities from concept development through to manufacturing release and sustaining of capital equipment for the semiconductor industry. 

·Engineering design & testing support using hardware & software tools to ensure proper functions & specs for products

·Design analysis including tolerance analysis, simulation, and finite element analysis.

·Deliver project requirements to meeting schedule, budget, and technical requirements.

·Participate in prototype builds, system level characterization, validation, and compliance test work.Hands on lab work involved.

·Support Multiple projects & Project Managers with tasks related to design, integration, & commercialization.

·Provide technical support to sales and service teams as needed to promote customer adoption and use of Onto Innovation products. 

·Provide technical support to sales and service team for escalated field issues.

·Provide excellent written and verbal communication of concepts, plans, status, proposals, designs, etc. to hardware and software team members.

·Responsible for applying applicable design principles and ensuring the designs comply with SEMI, CE, FCC, UL, and other applicable standards.

Qualifications

·BS/MS Degree in Engineering or related technical degree area and a minimum of four years' experience in a product development environment. 

·4+ years of technical experience using engineering software tools and experience creating reports, procedures, and drawings for projects.

·Strong Mechanical, Electrical, & Systems Engineering fundamentals such as , automation verification, particles, vibration, motion control engineering

·Tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis, GD&T, Troubleshooting

·Knowledge of common engineering materials and finishes

·Familiarity with semiconductor wafer processing, defect inspection equipment, automated handling equipment is a plus. 

·Familiarity with relevant compliance standards is a strong plus (SEMI, CE, UL, CDRH) 

·Ability to study and quickly understand the functional relevance of existing legacy product designs and contribute meaningfully to support product development and support needs. 

·Knowledgeable of product development concepts, practices, and procedures. 

·Experience with precision mechanical engineering, motion systems, wafer handling a plus.

·Ability to work in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment.

·Ability for system-level troubleshooting and system-level design.

·Strong problem-solving skills.

Strong program and project management skills.

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.