Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Credence Systems Corp. (NASDAQ: CMOS) provides strategic, comprehensive ATE solutions and diagnostics and failure analysis solutions to manufacturers of semiconductors used worldwide in computing, consumer, automotive and a variety of other industries. In all markets, accelerated product lifecycles and tighter profitability margins are mandating better cost-performance in test—higher throughput at lower cost, higher-speed technologies and as-needed expansion.

Since 1978, Credence has led the industry in redefining value in test. The company's commitment to long-term relationships, innovativeness and support help integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), foundries, OSAT suppliers and fabless chip companies meet their customers' needs by reducing cost-of-test while speeding product introductions with as-needed investment and seamless evolution to next-generation solutions. Our customers equate Credence with value, performance and partnership.

Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Manager WW, Credence is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer for our Hillsboro location. This position will be a Sr. level Mechanical engineer to support Mechanical Product Design across all Credence products. This person will be responsible for mechanical design, engineering analysis, documentation, and management of product from design to introduction into manufacturing for major mechanical systems of Credence products.

Key Responsibilities:

•Experience with electro-mechanical assemblies including sheet metal & machined fabricated parts, cables and interconnection.
•3D solid CAD modeling systems, preferably Pro Engineer.
•Advanced system level design
•Molded parts experience
•Electro Mechanical interfacing
•BOM generation and DFM
•Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•BSME/MSME or equivalent experience.
•BSME with 8 years of relevant experience or MSME with 6 years of relevant experience.
•Travel up to 20%

Preferred Skills & Experience

•Experience in mechanical design and program management.
•Experience in semiconductor capital equipment or ATE is preferred.
•Experience with ATE interface (wafer/package test design is a plus)

Credence is seeking inventive, hard-working people to help equip the premier players in the semiconductor industry with comprehensive, tailored solutions. We need creative, brilliant minds to deliver superior products and support for every part of the design and manufacturing process. If it's challenge you're looking for, the changing dynamics of the consumer and computing test markets will certainly offer them.

Credence is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits for all of its regular employees working 24 hours or more per week, and their dependents. Where great challenges are met on a daily basis, there are also great rewards. Take a look at some of our offerings that include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; ESPP, 401(k) Saving & Retirement, Stock Options, and College Savings Plans; Paid Time Off; and Training & Education Plans. See our website at http://www.Credence.com for more details.

Credence Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to taking positive steps to employ and advance individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, or Veteran status.