Systems Engineer 4 (Tualatin, OR, US, 97062)

Lam Research

Experience: 8+ yrs
Location: Tualatin, Oregon, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Statistical Analysis of Variation
SPC
FMEA
P&IDs

About the role

The 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 etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

As a Systems Engineer at Lam, you will design complex frameworks, systems, and products for our wafer fabrication equipment. You’ll define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, software, and firmware into a cohesive system. Your ability to identify, analyze, and resolve system design weaknesses will help shape the next generation of Lam initiatives.

What you’ll do

You will be part of the Systems Engineering team within our product development group, collaborating across disciplines to drive system-level innovation. Responsibilities include:
Develop system and subsystem requirements for deposition tools.
Assist in project scope definition and manage system-level risks.
Create and execute test plans; analyze and present test data.
Identify and resolve technical opportunities and risks across hardware, controls, software, and manufacturing.
Manage design tradeoffs and perform hands-on lab work.
Design experiments to characterize subsystems and analyze data using Statistical Analysis of Variation and SPC methods.
Influence and lead without formal authority, driving closure of cross functional technical actions and decisions.
Present technical proposals, test plans, and tradeoff analyses.
Deliver results in fast-paced environments.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking a creative thinker and problem solver who thrives in cross-functional teams and can manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering (or related field) plus 8+ years experience; or M.S. plus 6+ years; or equivalent practical experience.

Strong background in electrical/mechanical engineering or controls design for large, complex manufacturing systems.

Proven ownership of system-level design, integration, and validation.

Clear written and verbal communication; able to explain complex technical concepts across disciplines.
Ability to work with minimal guidance, navigate ambiguity, and drive complex projects to closure.

Preferred qualifications

System-level technical ownership/integration across mechanical, electrical, software, controls, mechatronics, and process engineering.

Define system architecture, requirements, and integration strategy from concept through production.

Author/own systems engineering artifacts (e.g., top-level specs/architecture, System Theory of Operation, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)).

Decompose systems into functional subsystems with clear interfaces, error budgets, and design margins; maintain P&IDs, interconnect definitions, and signal lists (port maps).

Own system-level validation: approve test plans/results against requirements and produce validation/test reports.

Drive DFx (reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, safety, cost) and own/approve system-level FMEA and risk mitigation.

Influence and lead without formal authority; drive closure of cross-functional technical actions and decisions.

Partner with Program Management and Product/Technical Owners to balance scope, cost, schedule, and performance.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

About Lam Research

Manufacturing equipment used to fabricate advanced semiconductor microchips.

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