Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Designs thermal solutions both heating and temperature sensing applications for both gas and/or liquid delivery systems, using Cad software to execute designs.
- Possess some (engineer to engineer) productproject development experience; along with, the ability to provide presentations to sales/operations staff when required.
- Ability to research and analyzes data such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine the feasibility of design or application
- Responsible to work with internal UCT account managers and operations staff to complete design requirements to customers specifications
- Coordinates with UCT Thermal manufacturing assisting in the fabrication, test, and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
- Participate in design review meetings with internal staff and to follow the NPI process via MS Teams in PST.
- Potentially participate in customer presentations with sales/operations staff
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- In-depth ability to read, analyse, and translate customer drawings, 3D models, technical specifications, and stringent quality requirements.
- Strong capability to convert technical and functional requirements into robust, repeatable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
- Creation, release, and maintenance of complete and accurate production documentation, including detailed drawings, assemblies, BOMs, and work instructions.
- High proficiency in SolidWorks and structured, standards-based engineering documentation.
- Execution of cost modelling and simulations, including BOM costing, routings, cycle-time estimation, and Make/Buy analyses.
- Active involvement in quotations, cost optimization initiatives, and Design for Cost (DfC) activities.
- Leadership and ownership of ECO / ECN processes, including engineering data control within PLM / ERP systems (SAP).
- Ongoing, hands-on collaboration with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external suppliers.
- Experience with special manufacturing processes such as precision machining, chemical processes, welding, electropolishing, etc. – strong advantage.
- Experience with high-precision measurement and inspection solutions (CMM, mechanical and optical metrology) – strong advantage.
- Exceptional attention to detail and adherence to strict engineering and quality standards.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to make independent engineering decisions and take full ownership.
- Proven capability to work across multiple interfaces and manage technical aspects with suppliers.
- High-level technical English, both written and verbal.
- The role requires occasional international travel for training purposes and on-site work at global manufacturing facilities.
Educational/Certification Requirement:
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering – mandatory.
Experience Requirement:
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 5–7 years of proven experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, with strong preference for Semiconductor and high-precision metal industries.
- Extensive experience leading Build-to-Print projects, including end-to-end engineering ownership and close production support.
- Proven experience in the design and optimization of jigs, fixtures, and tooling for high-precision manufacturing and inspection processes.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work Environment:
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment 2-4 week (design cycles)
Physical Demands:
- Work may require the ability to lift 10-20 pounds infrequently
- Ability to attend MS Teams meetings and use a computer for extended periods of time will be required. Attend meetings in PST
Environmental Exposure:
- May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from manufacturing process equipment.
- May have exposure to silicones, fiberglass and epoxies used in the fabrication of thermal products.
Overnight Travel:
- Work could require out of town travel depending upon assignment for (training and meeting).
- Training to include 2-3 months of extensive US Hayward including but not limited to: Fabrication, designing and testing of Thermal Products.
Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.
