Staff Mechatronic Engineer

Location:   ​ San Jose, CA ​  - Hybrid

Our Team:

​ ​ Semtech’s Force Haptics Sensing Solutions Team   are   a team of talented and versatile engineers that enable   our customers and partners   to realize   innovative Human Machine Interactions with   industry leading MEMS Force Sensors and   Haptics Systems .   ​

Job Summary :

​ ​ In this role, you will be working closely with our mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to   develop force sensing and   haptics   actuator modules and help bring them to mass production . You will be working closely with different OEMs on next generation products such as Laptop, Mobile phones, Automotive steering wheels & smart surfaces, Fitness Trackers and Industrial display panels, etc.  Your   role may include   mechanical design,   small scale prototyping, DFM, testing and characterization and   root-cause analysis

.   We also expect to extend   the job scope to finite element analysis, electromagnetic simulation and optimization, provided long term training is given to the candidate. ​

Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute   electro- mechanical designs from concept to fabrication backed by thorough engineering analysis .
• Assist   in fabrication, assembly, and testing activities from Proof-of-Concepts to mass production projects.
• Collaborate closely with business and engineering teams during the product development cycle to translate customer input into successful,   cutting-edge   products.
• Travel to manufacturing partners (domestic and international) to help bring up production line.
• Travel to customer locations (domestic and international) to provide technical support.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and electromagnetic simulation and optimization on module designs   in order to   optimize   performance and the HMI experience. (with training provided at Semtech)

Minimum Qualifications :

• ​ ​5 + years of work experience designing real world products
• ​ Creative problem solving in designing electro-mechanical assemblies from concept to fabrication
• ​ Working knowledge of various fabrication methods such as CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, sheet metal stamping, and assembly techniques for consumer and industrial products
• ​ Excellent skill in 3D CAD modeling   mechanical drawing
• ​ Good understanding of materials ,   structural mechanics ,   sensors   and actuators   (esp. electromagnetic actuators)
• ​ Familiarity with DFM (design for manufacturing) and performance and reliability testing
• ​ Consumer electronics experience a plus
• ​ Working knowledge of electronics and circuits
• ​ Hands-on experience with fabrication and assembly tools   (including 3D printing, laser cutting,   etc …)
• ​ Proficiency   with electromagnetic simulation tools such as COMSOL will be a big plus
• ​ Bachelor’s Degree or   Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering   ​
• Desired   Qualifications
• Self starter
• Fast learner
• Strong work ethic
• Good team collaboration
• The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may   be required   to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential   job   functions and requirements and are subject to   possible modification   to   reasonably accommodate   individuals with disabilities.
• We are proud to be an EEO   employer   M/F/D/V. We   maintain   a drug-free workplace.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $ 94K   - $ 1 40 K .  There are several factors taken into consideration in   determining   base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills,   education   and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.