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# Automation Systems Engineer 3

- **Company:** Onto Innovation
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Tools, Systems Architecture
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/701e3a60-2479-4fe9-bdb1-a6dcd5b558bd

## About the Role

BS/MS Degree in Engineering or related technical degree area and a minimum of four years' experience in a product development environment.

4+ years of technical experience using engineering software tools and experience creating reports, procedures, and drawings for projects.

Strong Mechanical, Electrical, & Systems Engineering fundamentals such as , automation verification, particles, vibration, motion control engineering

Tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis, GD&T, Troubleshooting

Knowledge of common engineering materials and finishes

Familiarity with semiconductor wafer processing, defect inspection equipment, automated handling equipment is a plus.

Familiarity with relevant compliance standards is a strong plus (SEMI, CE, UL, CDRH)

Ability to study and quickly understand the functional relevance of existing legacy product designs and contribute meaningfully to support product development and support needs.

Knowledgeable of product development concepts, practices, and procedures.

Experience with precision mechanical engineering, motion systems, wafer handling a plus.

Ability to work in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment.

Ability for system-level troubleshooting and system-level design.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Strong program and project management skills.

## Description

Follow the established Onto Innovation product development process with responsibilities from concept development through to manufacturing release and sustaining of capital equipment for the semiconductor industry.

Engineering design & testing support using hardware & software tools to ensure proper functions & specs for products

Design analysis including tolerance analysis, simulation, and finite element analysis.

Deliver project requirements to meeting schedule, budget, and technical requirements.

Participate in prototype builds, system level characterization, validation, and compliance test work. Hands on lab work involved.

Support Multiple projects & Project Managers with tasks related to design, integration, & commercialization.

Provide technical support to sales and service teams as needed to promote customer adoption and use of Onto Innovation products.

Provide technical support to sales and service team for escalated field issues.

Provide excellent written and verbal communication of concepts, plans, status, proposals, designs, etc. to hardware and software team members.

Responsible for applying applicable design principles and ensuring the designs comply with SEMI, CE, FCC, UL, and other applicable standards.


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