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Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. VERIFIED EMPLOYER

Mechanical Design Engineer.

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  • The Role:This role is for a mechanical design engineer working on semiconductor tool pedestals in a manufacturing and engineering setting.
  • The Person:The person will develop mechanical and structural designs, create detailed models and drawings, perform FEA analysis, support fabrication and machining fixtures, and execute Engineering Change Orders.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor 2018 or newer, and experience with change management systems and ERP.

About the role

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 costs 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 aligned 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.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design.
  • Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor 2018 or newer.
  • Experience designing for 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:

  • Primarily in an on-site office environment within a manufacturing and engineering setting.
  • This position is 100% on-site.
  • Positive. Collaborative. Energetic. Innovative. Exciting.
  • Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and leadership.
  • This position is required to work directly with the manufacturing floor where PPE must be worn (provided by employer).
  • 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.

Published September 3, 2026
Location Tualatin, OR
Category None  
Job Type Full-Time