Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Overview:
Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. is a world-class leader in designing and manufacturing custom machine bases for vibration-sensitive production tools used in semiconductor fabrication.

Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of precision engineered, machined and fabricated products that support the worlds most advanced semi-conductor equipment. The products we design, and manufacture provide structural integrity for vibration sensitive tools, and help our customers advance in the microchip industry. This is a unique opportunity to help a growing business lead the market in this space and expand into other categories. A successful candidate will bring a creative approach to design, with unmatched energy and resolve.

Key Responsibilities:    

• Develop robust, cost-effective mechanical & structural solutions for a range of semiconductor tool pedestals that fall within tool manufacturer specifications and customer facility requirements.
• Extract and interpret design values from customer specifications, manuals, and construction drawings.
• Leverage new materials and coatings in alignment with customer requirements that provide flexibility of supply and cost reduction incentives
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to new and existing designs that drive down cost and increase efficiency through the shop
• Use Inventor software to create detailed models, drawings, and perform FEA analysis for mechanical assemblies
• Bring new perspective and support to establish best practices for design and print creation
• Ability to adopt and apply Fulcrum’s documented design standards
• Develop fabrication and machining fixtures that support both in-house manufacturing and key suppliers.
• Manage time sensitive design tasks to accommodate business needs
• Ensure design deliverables are in alignment with downstream customers
• Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s) as assigned, and address design related challenges in production
• Ability to communicate project status both verbally and in writing, identifying risks and resolution

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor 2018 or newer.
• Experience designing for a metal fabrication & machine shop applications with knowledge of cutting, grinding, forming, welding and milling.
• Experience with change management systems, standards, CAD systems & file structures, etc.
• Comfortable working with both metric and U.S. standard units.
• Familiar navigating an ERP system to identify information relative to components and materials.
• Experience with semiconductor industry a plus

Work Environment:

• Positive. Collaborative. Energetic. Innovative. Exciting.
• This position is 100% on site. Some remote work will be allowed ONLY on an as needed basis.
• This role is situated in an office environment within a team of Engineers and Drafters
• This position is required to work directly with the manufacturing floor where PPE must be worn.
• Occasional fab visit may be required with proper training and badging.
• Full-time, permanent position with excellent benefits.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with Safe Harbor matching
• Health and Vision insurance (Base plan 100% paid for employee and qualified dependents)
• Dental Insurance (50% paid by employer)
• Short Term Disability (100% paid by employer)
• Accident Insurance (100% paid by employer)
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave

Company Values:

Safety, Quality, Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork, and Respect for Coworkers.