Mechanical Engineer Substrate Handling (all genders)

Skip to main contentJOBSDASHBOARDPROFILECURRENT EMPLOYEEJOIN TALENT NETWORKSign InEnglishSingle PositionView All JobsMechanical Engineer Substrate Handling (all genders)AT-Salzburg (2931)Apply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload resumeJob descriptionAbout LamRequisition ID200758Date posted07/07/2026Work Location ModelOn-site FlexWork LocationSalzburgWork CountryAustriaThe group you’ll be a part of In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam’s wet chemistry process equipment for panel-level packaging. We develop substrate holder (chucks/frames) and handling solutions that enable high-yield, high-throughput processing of large-format substrates across advanced semiconductor applications. The impact you’ll make As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in substrate holder design and panel handling, you will define and develop critical core hardware for wet chemistry processing tools. Your work will directly influence process performance, yield, and reliability by ensuring safe, repeatable, and contamination-controlled handling of substrates throughout the process flow.You will play a key role in advancing chuck concepts, sealing technologies, and handling interfaces, driving improvements in throughput, defectivity, robustness, and cost efficiency.What you’ll do Substrate holder (Chuck) designDesign and develop substrate holders (chucks) for wet chemistry processes, including plating, cleaning, and etching applicationsDefine sealing concepts, panel support strategies, clamping mechanisms, and chemical exposure interfacesOptimize designs for uniform process conditions, minimal particle generation, and high substrate integrity (e.g. low breakage, controlled deformation)Panel and substrate handlingDesign mechanical interfaces between substrate holders and tool automation (transfer systems, process chambers)Develop concepts for loading/unloading, alignment, gripping, and secure transport of panelsEnsure safe interaction between handling systems and substrate holders to avoid damage and contaminationCollaborate with multiple teams, e.g. automation teams on end effector and handling strategy development, and process teams on optimising process performanceEngineering development & validationOwn full product lifecycle from concept through productization for chuck assembliesPerform detailed mechanical design including tolerance stack-ups, sealing interfaces, and alignment conceptsConduct analysis including structural, FEA, thermal effects, deformation, and vibrationDevelop and execute validation plans focusing on:Chemical compatibility (materials, coatings, seals)Lifetime and wear (seals, surfaces, interfaces)Process robustness (repeatability, alignment, uniformity)Drive root cause analysis and design improvements for field issues (e.g., leakage, breakage, handling failures, process failures)Build and support testing of prototypes in lab and tool environmentsExecute test plans to evaluate performance such as sealing, leakage, and handling robustnessDocument results and support analysis of issues and design improvementsMaterials & process environmentSelect and qualify materials such as polymers, elastomers (e.g., FKM/FFKM), ceramics, metals, and coatings for harsh wet chemistry environmentsEnsure compatibility with plating chemistries, acids, solvents, and DI water processesDesign for cleanability, maintainability, and minimal chemical retentionManufacturing & productizationCollaborate with suppliers and manufacturing to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and scalable designsDrive DFM/DFA improvements for complex assemblies such as substrate holders and handling interfacesDefine and release complete documentation including drawings, specifications, and assembly conceptsPerform technical design reviews and work in cross-functional project teamsDrive standardization of substrate holder platforms and modular design conceptsWho we’re looking for Minimum...