Mechanical Architect

Role Overview: You will play a crucial role in architecting the mechanical foundations of advanced high-tech systems such as lithography equipment, wafer inspection tools, precision motion systems, and analytical instruments. This involves translating customer requirements into mechanical specifications and conceptual designs to ensure nanometer-level precision and ultra-high reliability in semiconductor manufacturing environments. Your designs will directly impact the production capabilities of cutting-edge semiconductor processes and analytical measurement systems. Key Responsibilities: - Translate customer needs into mechanical specifications and define system architecture for semiconductor capital equipment and precision instrumentation. - Design conceptual mechanical solutions for lithography systems, wafer handling equipment, and analytical measurement tools. - Specify test protocols and integration requirements following V-model development methodology for high-tech systems. - Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through complex mechanical design challenges in precision motion and positioning systems. - Define mechanical budgets and tolerance allocation for nanometer-precision semiconductor manufacturing equipment. - Drive innovation by introducing advanced mechanical technologies and solutions for ultra-high precision applications. - Conduct stakeholder management across customer interfaces and internal project teams for large-scale capital equipment projects. - Mentor mechanical designers and engineers in precision mechanics and Design for Excellence principles. Qualification Required: - Must have an MSc or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics. - Possess 10-15 years of experience in complete design cycles for high-tech complex systems. - Demonstrate proven expertise in semiconductor capital equipment design and precision mechanics. - Deep knowledge of Design for Manufacturability, Assembly, Cost, and Reliability (DfX). - Strong analytical skills with experience in precision system tolerance analysis. - Technical leadership experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams. - Excellent communication skills for customer and stakeholder interaction. - Experienced in working with European or US companies; Dutch companies are a plus. Additional Company Details: The company values familiarity with contamination control requirements in cleanroom environments, understanding of thermal management in high-precision measurement systems, experience with automated material handling systems, and a background in vibration isolation and structural dynamics. Role Overview: You will play a crucial role in architecting the mechanical foundations of advanced high-tech systems such as lithography equipment, wafer inspection tools, precision motion systems, and analytical instruments. This involves translating customer requirements into mechanical specifications and conceptual designs to ensure nanometer-level precision and ultra-high reliability in semiconductor manufacturing environments. Your designs will directly impact the production capabilities of cutting-edge semiconductor processes and analytical measurement systems. Key Responsibilities: - Translate customer needs into mechanical specifications and define system architecture for semiconductor capital equipment and precision instrumentation. - Design conceptual mechanical solutions for lithography systems, wafer handling equipment, and analytical measurement tools. - Specify test protocols and integration requirements following V-model development methodology for high-tech systems. - Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through complex mechanical design challenges in precision motion and positioning systems. - Define mechanical budgets and tolerance allocation for nanometer-precision semiconductor manufacturing equipment. - Drive innovation by introducing advanced mechanical technologies and solutions for ultra-high precision applications. - Conduct stakeholder management across customer interfaces and internal project teams for large-scale capital equipment projects. - Mentor mechanical designers and engineers in precision mechanics and Design for Excellence principles. Qualification Required: - Must have an MSc or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics. - Possess 10-15 years of experience in complete design cycles for high-tech complex systems. - Demonstrate proven expertise in semiconductor capital equipment design and precision mechanics. - Deep knowledge of Design for Manufacturability, Assembly, Cost, and Reliability (DfX). - Strong analytical skills with experience in precision system tolerance analysis. - Technical leadership experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams. - Excellent communication skills for customer and stakeholder interaction. - Experienced in working with European or US companies; Dutch companies are a plus. Additional Company Details: The company values familiarity with contamination con