Senior Hardware Development Engineer- Advanced Technology

Michael Page International

Beverly, MA
1 day ago

$155,000–$185,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

A successful Senior Hardware Development Engineer should have: Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. Perform hands-on testing and technical analysis using particle counters, optical inspection systems, SEM/EDX, VPD ICP-MS, and other advanced metrology equipment.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Beverly, MA
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$155,000–$185,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Senior Hardware Development Engineer

Design cutting-edge hardware for advanced semiconductor systems. Own complex projects from investigation through implementation.

A global technology manufacturer developing advanced capital equipment for the semiconductor industry. The organization combines precision engineering, automation, and advanced materials to improve the performance and reliability of complex manufacturing systems.

Job Description

Lead root cause investigations involving equipment performance, particle generation, contamination, and product defectivity

Perform hands-on testing and technical analysis using particle counters, optical inspection systems, SEM/EDX, VPD ICP-MS, and other advanced metrology equipment

Design precision mechanical components for critical equipment modules

Develop and evaluate materials, coatings, seals, surface treatments, and finishes for ultra-clean applications

Identify and reduce particle generation caused by wear, friction, vibration, and mechanical interfaces

Use CAD, PLM, and FEA tools to design, document, analyze, and validate hardware solutions

Develop test plans and complete hardware qualification activities in laboratory and production environments

Collaborate with process engineering, design engineering, equipment engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams

Partner with customers and suppliers to address technical specifications, equipment issues, and corrective actions

Support technical audits, customer inquiries, equipment upgrades, and field problem-solving activities

Assist with equipment installations, testing, and hardware modifications

Travel internationally to support customer testing and equipment upgrades, approximately 10% to 25%

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Hardware Development Engineer should have:

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field

3 to 10 years of hardware development experience within semiconductor equipment, semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum systems, industrial automation, or another contamination-sensitive industry

Hands-on experience operating, testing, or troubleshooting complex mechanical or electromechanical equipment

Experience designing precision mechanical components and assemblies

Understanding of contamination control, equipment cleanliness, or particle-generation mechanisms

Experience with cleanroom operations, preferably within ISO Class 1 through ISO Class 5 environments

Knowledge of vacuum systems, precision assemblies, or automated material-handling equipment

Experience applying structured root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies

Proficiency with Creo or a comparable 3D CAD platform

Familiarity with engineering documentation and product lifecycle management processes

Experience with FEA tools such as Ansys is preferred

Working knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and statistical process control

Experience collaborating with suppliers on hardware or technology development

Ability to work safely and effectively in laboratory and cleanroom environments

Strong technical communication, documentation, and presentation skills

Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment

What's on Offer

Hands-on ownership of advanced hardware development initiatives

Challenging mechanical design and equipment problem-solving work

Exposure to advanced semiconductor manufacturing technologies

Opportunities to take projects from initial investigation through design, testing, and implementation

Direct collaboration with customers, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams

International exposure through customer-site testing and equipment upgrades

The ability to make a measurable impact on equipment reliability, cleanliness, and manufacturing performance

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.