Mechanical Design Engineer

Optify Search are currently partnered with an innovative global manufacturer searching for a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer (1+ years industry experience) to design PECVD reactor systems in High-Vacuum for an innovative Semiconductor company based in San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop reactor systems, components, and assemblies
Transition designs from R&D to production, balancing performance and cost
Collaborate across teams and with vendors/machine shops for fabrication
Manage prototyping, documentation, and manufacturing processes
Troubleshoot and optimize existing reactor designs to improve output and yield

Key Requirements:
Degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering field with 1+ years’ experience
Experience in mechanical design, ideally with vacuum systems (e.g., semiconductor or aerospace)
Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks) and knowledge of manufacturing methods
Familiarity with electromechanical systems, PLCs, and thermal/fluid concepts
Hands-on, creative, and problem-solving mindset with leadership capability


This role offers a competitive salary, with a great compensation package, and a strong progression pathway.

Please submit your CV/resume if you have the requisite skills as outlined above and are a highly competitive individual with excellent communication skills. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of expected responses we are only able to acknowledge successful applications. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

About Optify Search

Optify Search is a leading executive search and selection business. From our offices in London we provide retained and contingency recruitment solutions across industry and have specialist recruitment consultants that work within the Healthcare, Ingredients, Chemicals, Contract Manufacturing, Packaging and Semiconductor sectors.
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