Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Tooling Design Focus) Location: Santa Clara, CA – 100% onsite Length of Contract: 6-12 months (Potential Contract-to-hire based on performance) Process: 3 rounds, Phone/Onsite Ideal Start Date: ASAP Background Check/Drug Screen Scope: As a Mechanical Design Engineer focused on tooling, you’ll collaborate with a cross-functional team of Hardware Engineering, Platform Design, Reliability Engineering, and global Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. You’ll be part of a team that values precision, innovation, and early-stage design collaboration to ensure manufacturing success at scale. The position is for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer with Creo/PTC design experience. This person would be working on manufacturing facing design work that includes fixtures, test chassis/racks, etc. : In this role, you’ll lead the design, development, and validation of custom tooling and fixtures that support new product introduction and high-volume manufacturing. You’ll own the mechanical design process from initial concept through CAD development, documentation, and production support—driving innovation and manufacturability every step of the way. We are looking for a mechanical design engineer with experience in tooling design Engineer who will be responsible for the conceptualization, CAD design, and engineering validation of custom tooling, fixtures, jigs, and test equipment that support high-volume electronics manufacturing. This role is centered on engineering innovation and design collaboration, not factory-floor production support. You will contribute to early-stage product design, ensuring manufacturability and quality through precise fixture and tooling design, and support NPI (New Product Introduction) into global manufacturing environments. ● Engineer, design, and validate custom tooling, test fixtures, and jigs to support high-volume production. ● Translate mechanical and process requirements into CAD models, engineering drawings, and detailed documentation. ● Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to optimize DFM/DFT aspects of new products. ● Partner closely with Hardware Engineering, Platform Design, CM partners, and Reliability Engineering teams. ● Select and specify manufacturing processes (CNC, injection molding, sheet metal, coatings) as applicable to designed tools. ● Drive tolerance stack-up analysis for complex mechanical assemblies. ● Interface with overseas CMs and vendors to enable tool release, prototype builds, and pilot production. ● Investigate and recommend new manufacturing technologies to improve quality and cost- effectiveness of tooling solutions. ● Create and manage BOMs, ECOs, and revision histories (Agile PLM and Windchill PDMLink experience a plus). ● B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. ● 5–7+ years of experience in mechanical design of tooling and big fixtures (Supporting Manufacturing) —preferably for high- volume or precision electronics manufacturing. ● Proficient in 3D CAD (Creo/ProEngineer); GD&T and tolerance analysis required. ● Familiarity with DFM/DFA best practices ● Experience working cross-functionally with design, test, and manufacturing engineering teams. ● Understanding of common fabrication methods (CNC, molding, sheet metal), but with a focus on design and specification—not shop-floor operation. ● Organized, detail-oriented, and highly self-motivated. ● Work with cross functional teams to deliver on scope, tooling requirements and schedule detail-oriented, and highly self-motivated.. ● Manage procurement of materials and components required for tooling projects. ● Produce equipment training documentation. ● Oversee technician/operator training on equipment. ● Fluent in English; strong technical communication skills. ● Some travel is required. Ability to travel domestically and internationally is required. ● Experience with automated test stations or tooling incorporating sensors or software interfaces. ● Familiarity with shock, vibration, and EMC test protocols. ● Experience with liquid cooling systems. ● Python or scripting experience for automation of test fixtures or data collection. ● Exposure to Propel / Agile PLM or Windchill PDMLink systems. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $53.00 - $73.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Entry Level Mechanical Engineering Technician needed for an 18 month contract to hire opportunity with Yoh’s client located in Santa Clara, California. HARDWARE TECHNICIAN LEVEL-Shift Details: 12hrs compress night shift (6pm - 6am Shift either Sun-Tues or Thu-Sat with rotating Wed) Pay Rate: $23 to $26.50 per hour The Big Picture – Top Skills You Should Possess: • Solid interpersonal skills • Strong analytical skills • Ability to quickly adapt to change What You Will Be Doing: • Take primary responsibility in supporting existing tools. • Ensure professional interaction with all internal and external customers. • Report all activity on tools in the required database. • Contact all scheduled equipment support (OEM) suppliers at the beginning of the shift to determine onsite times.Perform a daily walk through of assigned buildings/equipment and do the following: • Note down equipment: • Notify any supplier (30) days in advance of tools that require Preventive Maintenance. • Run SPC wafers on assigned equipment and record in database for tool stability trending. • Notify and schedule equipment repairs and PM using the database provided. • Support existing equipment sustaining activities by escorting all (OEM) suppliers to their tools and assisting in technical support as required. • Undergo OJT cross training for technical and minor modifications in tool list. • Update database on a daily basis for equipment status and repair. • Document the customer management programs by maintaining equipment and SPC runs in the database provided. • Organize and reference supplier manuals and documentation in soft copy format in the equipment server. • Maintain manuals and documentation in alphabetical order. • Mentor junior?level equipment Technicians • Other responsibilities as assigned by customer management. • Experience with hazardous materials • Knowledge of SEMI E10 standards Strong analytical skills • Strong problem?solving and troubleshooting skills. • Ability to manage multiply task in a R&D environments. • Proven ability to perform equipment operation, equipment calibrations, equipment qualifications, system and/or wafer recovery • Self Starter with ability to work with minimal supervision and/or direction Ability/Experience in gathering required process data, entering data • tracking sheets and/or system, analyzing data and reporting findings. • Perform recovery of miss-processed or miss-handled wafers and daily /weekly system qualification What You Need to Bring to the Table: • 0 -2 years of industry experience • Minimal experience on Semiconductor process and analytical equipment. • Basic understanding of Safety and Clean room protocols • Proven ability to interfacing with members of various departments and OEM’s. • Reasonable organizational and interpersonal skills • Reasonable written and verbal communication skills. • Solid computer skills. Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word. • Good attention to detail What’s In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits • 401K Retirement Saving Plan • Life & Disability Insurance • Direct Deposit & weekly e-payroll • Employee Discount Programs • Referral Bonus Programs What are you waiting for? Apply Now! Estimated Min Rate: $23.00 Estimated Max Rate: $26.50 What’s In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) • MetLife Voluntary Benefits • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • 401K Retirement Savings Plan • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll • Referral Bonus Programs • Certification and training opportunities Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. IND-SA
See More Details >>FST Technical Services is your global partner in the Semiconductor and Microelectronics industry! Come join a fantastic team in an exciting, fast paced, and ever-growing industry! FST is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician in Santa Clara, CA. Role: Mechanical Technician Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours shift, compressed work week schedule Job Responsibilities: • Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on a wide variety of building and facility equipment, fixtures and systems. • Conduct daily rounds and readings. • Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains a wide variety of facility plumbing, mechanical, heating and cooling systems. • Conducts preventative maintenance inspections and performs required preventative maintenance duties. • Assignments are semi-routine in nature with work performed within generally defined parameters. • Some degree of judgment required in resolving non-standard problems. Experience / Requirements: • Experience in facility mechanical systems operations and maintenance (boilers, chillers, compressors, HVAC, building exhaust, water movement, etc.). • Lift 30 lbs 3 times a day on average. • Preferred experience in Semiconductor or Pharmaceutical industries. tHCMQflkvi
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Santa Clara, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 69,885 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in Santa Clara, CA. The job growth projection from 2022 to 2032 is an impressive 11%, much faster than the average for all occupations. Apprentices in Santa Clara earn an average of $1,040 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $100,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate the discovery of apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
