Lam Research – Mechanical Designer @Bangalore

Semiconductor equipment global leader Lam Research is hiring for the position of Mechanical Designer under Requisition ID: 203844. Hosted on Lam Research’s official global careers portal, this full-time role operates under Lam’s flexible hybrid work model (Virtual Flex) out of Bangalore (Bengaluru), Karnataka, India.

This position is embedded within Lam’s prestigious Global Products Group, focusing on the mechanical design, CAD modeling, hardware selection, and manufacturing documentation for next-generation etch and thin-film deposition semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

Job Details

About Company

Lam Research Corporation is a Fortune 500 supplier of innovative wafer fabrication equipment and services to the global semiconductor industry. Lam’s market-leading plasma etch, deposition, and wafer cleaning systems enable top chip manufacturers to produce smaller, faster, and more power-efficient microchips powering global AI, mobile, automotive, and cloud infrastructure.

The Global Products Group at Lam Research drives core engineering excellence, translating semiconductor processing physics and chemistry requirements into ultra-high precision, reliable hardware assemblies.

Comprehensive Job Overview

As a Mechanical Designer at Lam Research, you will create innovative mechanical designs, CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM) structures for semiconductor manufacturing tools.

In this role, you will apply CAD software expertise (Creo / NX), mechanical hardware selection principles, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to solve material, thermal, vacuum, and manufacturing process challenges. You will collaborate with cross-functional mechanical engineers, thermal specialists, manufacturing units, and global suppliers to optimize tool reliability and lower overall cost of manufacturing.

Requirements & Qualifications

1. Educational Background

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree (B.E. / B.Tech) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechatronics.

2. Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 3D CAD Modeling & Detailing: Hands-on proficiency in 3D Modeling, Assembly design, and 2D Detailing using industrial CAD software like PTC Creo, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
• Manufacturing Drawings: Proven experience creating production-ready engineering drawings for sheet metal fabrications and precision machined parts.
• BOM & PLM Management: Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) creation, assembly structure management, and exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter).
• Engineering Design Principles: Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering design methods, tolerances, and manufacturing processes.
• Hardware & OEM Components: Experience selecting standard mechanical hardware (fasteners, seals, bearings, fittings) and off-the-shelf OEM components.

3. Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor Domain Exposure: Exposure to semiconductor capital equipment design, vacuum chamber assemblies, or cleanroom equipment hardware.
• Engineering Change Management: Familiarity with Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Engineering Change Requests (ECR), and revision control processes.
• GD&T Application: Practical experience applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T – ASME Y14.5) to manufacturing drawings.
• 2D Drafting: Proficiency using AutoCAD for 2D schematics and layout drafting.

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Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. CAD Modeling & Design Execution: Create detailed 3D models, complex sub-assemblies, and 2D manufacturing drawings for etch and deposition tool components using Creo or NX.
2. Sheet Metal & Machined Part Design: Design cost-effective, high-precision sheet metal enclosures, brackets, structural frames, and CNC-machined vacuum/gas delivery components.
3. BOM & Engineering Change Management: Build and maintain structured Bill of Materials (BOMs) and drive Engineering Change Requests/Orders (ECR/ECO) through PLM systems.
4. Standard Component Selection: Identify and select appropriate mechanical hardware, fasteners, seals, and OEM components matching semiconductor cleanroom standards.
5. Manufacturing & Supplier Support: Coordinate with internal machine shops and external suppliers to resolve manufacturing drawing ambiguities, tolerance stack-up issues, and design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback.

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Technical Tools & Skill Summary

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated Salary Range: Competitive semiconductor equipment industry package (typically ranging from ₹8.5 LPA to ₹16 LPA depending on total design experience, Creo/NX mastery, and GD&T depth).
• Work Arrangement: Virtual Flex Model (1-2 days per week on-site at Bangalore campus / remote work rest of the week).
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical coverage for employees and dependents, personal accident insurance, and employee assistance initiatives.
• Perks & Career Growth: Continuous training on cutting-edge CAD/PLM platforms, tuition reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and global R&D project exposure.

Selection & Recruitment Process

1. Profile Shortlisting: Resume evaluation based on 3D CAD modeling expertise (Creo/NX), sheet metal/machining design experience, PLM exposure, and GD&T knowledge.
2. CAD Design & Technical Screening: Practical design assessment or technical screening evaluating 3D modeling speed, assembly creation, 2D drafting standards, and GD&T symbols.
3. Technical Interview Round 1 (Mechanical Design & CAD): Deep dive into CAD modeling techniques, sheet metal bending/allowances, machining processes, standard fastener choices, and BOM creation.
4. Technical Interview Round 2 (Domain & ECO Flow): Discussion on PLM/ECO change management workflows, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA principles, and past project portfolio review.
5. Managerial & Culture Fit Round: Collaboration approach with cross-functional global teams, remote-work discipline under Virtual Flex, and HR compensation discussions.

How to Apply?

1. Click on the official Lam Research career link provided below.
2. Click Apply Now and log in or create your Lam Research applicant profile.
3. Confirm Requisition ID: 203844 for Mechanical Designer – Bangalore.
4. Upload an updated resume highlighting Creo/NX proficiency, sheet metal/machined part design, GD&T application, and PLM experience, and submit your application.

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