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Mechanical Engineer I - IV

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Location:

(HTA) NCP (Hillsboro, OR)

Job ID:

R0149793

Date Posted:

2026-10-27

Company Name:

HITACHI HIGH-TECH AMERICA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

WORK STYLE DESIGNATION: Onsite

WORK STYLE REQUIREMENT: Onsite - 100%

WORK LOCATION: NCP (Hillsboro)

EXPECTED PAY RANGE: $66,756 - $151,372 Annually

This pay range is for the position's base salary only. This position may be eligible for other compensation including incentive pay and/or allowances. Candidates will receive additional information during the interview and selection process.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mechanical Engineer I-IV (ME I-IV) position is located in Hillsboro, Oregon and supports the business objectives of HTA’s Semiconductor Equipment Division (SED). The position’s main objective is to support all operational activities for HTA’s Hillsboro cleanroom and labs which house the failure analysis and process engineering teams, with a focus on managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, controls, and process gas systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform all responsibilities safely, protecting self and others, and comply with company policies and Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements, including lockout/tagout and electrical safety.
  • Serve as a member of HTA’s Lab Operations Team and support the safe, reliable, cost-effective, and environmentally sound operation of the Hillsboro cleanroom and lab systems and equipment through monitoring, evaluation, maintenance, repair, selection, and upgrades.
  • Work under close direction, following detailed instructions and established procedures. Perform routine installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of lab and facility equipment to deliver results that meet customer, engineering, and business requirements.
  • Resolve routine maintenance and reliability issues using established practices and escalate anything non-routine. Support spare parts inventory to manage reliability risks.
  • Build proficiency across mechanical, electrical, controls, and process gas systems, and support senior team members on small projects.
  • Identify and suggest improvements for equipment, systems, and maintenance procedures to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and equipment availability.
  • Learn and follow maintenance and lab procedures, and identify gaps or needed updates.
  • Support all Lab Operations Team activities, including keeping lab equipment up and production-ready, process technician tasks, and tool service work, and take on other requests as assigned by management.
  • Partner with teammates, internal customers, and project teams, which may include vendors, contractors, and design teams, to understand requirements, communicate results, and resolve technical and operational issues.
  • Compile and analyze data, prepare technical reports, and communicate results to stakeholders.
  • Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation to support critical lab and facility systems.
  • (ME IV) Determine methods and procedures for new assignments. Drive multiple efforts at once across installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of lab and facility equipment to deliver results that meet customer, engineering, and business requirements.
  • (ME IV) Resolve complex, non-standard maintenance and reliability issues that require in-depth evaluation of many variables, relying on experience and judgment to recommend solutions. Manage spare parts inventory to reduce reliability risks.
  • (ME IV) Maintain proficiency across mechanical, electrical, controls, and process gas systems, with advanced expertise in multiple areas. Share lessons learned across the team. Train and mentor others, and assess skill gaps of lower-level staff and recommend training as needed.
  • (ME IV) Manage and lead multiple projects and project teams, including cross-team efforts in a matrix environment, with a high level of autonomy and manageable risk and resource requirements, ensuring necessary support is given to meet lab operations and business needs. May coordinate the work of others.
  • (ME IV) Develop and implement improvements for equipment, systems, and maintenance procedures to improve safety, reliability, equipment availability, cycle time, utilization, and cost.
  • (ME IV) Apply advanced knowledge of routine and non-routine maintenance and lab procedures, and create and document procedures and best known methods (BKMs) for new operations with little input.

EDUCATION, LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation & Controls Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and work experience with mechanical systems, controls systems, specialty gas systems, or cleanroom and semiconductor equipment.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  • (ME I) Prior work experience is not required.
  • (ME IV) PhD with 3+ years of relevant work experience; or MS with 6+ years of relevant work experience; or BS with 8+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and installing cleanroom equipment and/or semiconductor manufacturing equipment is preferred.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable:Mechanical systems, including semiconductor support equipment, HVAC, process water treatment, or manufacturing and automation supporting a semiconductor cleanroom or Fab. Controls and automation systems, including industrial equipment controls, building automation, or other controls and logic systems. Process gas systems, including specialty and/or bulk gas delivery systems. Semiconductor and cleanroom equipment.
  • Minimum travel required (<5%). Some travel will be required for training.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

  • Working knowledge of at least one of mechanical, electrical/controls, or process gas systems, with willingness to broaden across disciplines.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports, and to use test equipment.
  • Strong technical skills with working knowledge of laboratory procedures and techniques. Manual dexterity and fine motor control to operate equipment and instrumentation. Ability to install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab and facility equipment.
  • Complete training for lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and the handling of solvents, acids, bases, and gases used for maintenance and facility systems.
  • Ability to use breathable air/SCBA systems and PPE.
  • Demonstrated ownership and commitment to quality, accuracy, and productivity in a complex work environment.
  • Follow through on commitments, meet deadlines, and raise risks to deadlines early.
  • Complete all required job-related computer-based training by its due date.
  • Self-motivated and able to contribute effectively within a team environment.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and respond appropriately to new, ambiguous, or non-standard situations.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate technical issues, exercise sound judgment, and recommend or implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to learn through on-the-job training and adapt to new technologies, equipment, procedures, and facility requirements, with curiosity and eagerness.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to customers, vendors, management, and team members.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and integrity. Ability to build trust, maintain productive working relationships, and address conflict constructively. Maintain a professional appearance.
  • Create, maintain, and follow technical documentation and work instructions, keep accurate records for all work performed, and protect company intellectual property and confidential information.
  • Ability to work overtime, shift work, and/or a flexible schedule as needed to support business requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunities for qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as natural hairstyle), color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), marital status, registered domestic partner status, family status, military and veteran status, domestic violence victim status, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]

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