Principal Product Design Engineer

The Principal Product Design Engineer will lead product design and development for semiconductor equipment, translating customer requirements and engineering innovation into reliable, manufacturable, scalable, and differentiated products. This onsite role is based in Austin, TX and involves cross-functional partnership from concept through production release.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects from concept through production release.
• Design and develop automation equipment, end effectors, material handling solutions, and semiconductor manufacturing support equipment.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, and design documentation.
• Conduct design reviews, engineering validation activities, and product qualification efforts.
• Ensure designs support manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Support existing product improvements and customer-driven enhancements.
• Develop engineering standards, templates, and best practices to improve quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations to improve prototype-to-production transitions.
• Support customer design reviews, supplier development activities, and technical problem resolution.
• Mentor engineers, designers, and technical staff through design reviews and project execution.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and digital tools to improve engineering productivity, knowledge management, documentation, and decision-making.
• Support Fabworx innovation initiatives and help convert qualified opportunities into successful products.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of product design and development experience.
• Strong background in semiconductor equipment, automation systems, industrial equipment, robotics, or precision machinery.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks and engineering documentation systems.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, structural analysis, and mechanical design principles.
• Experience managing products through the complete product lifecycle.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional engineering projects.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Interest in applying AI and modern digital tools to engineering workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PDM/PLM systems.
• Semiconductor industry experience.

Technology

• SolidWorks
• PDM/PLM
• AI
• Automation
• Digital tools

Compensation and Location

• Austin, TX (onsite)
• USD 135,000 - 150,000 per year

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Benefits

• 15 Days Paid Time Off, plus major holidays (12 days per year)
• Company Bonus Program
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible scheduling options for family care needs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and benefits
• Parental and family leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Account options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

About Fabworx Solutions

Fabworx began in 2002 with a focus on improving the mechanical performance of semiconductor wafer processing equipment robots. The concept expanded into a range of hardware innovations across PVD, CVD, Diffusion, Etch, RTP, and more. The company serves customers worldwide from the United States to East and Southeast Asia and Europe, and is headquartered in Austin with branch offices in South Korea and Taiwan, plus distributors in ten other countries.

Work Culture

• Family-friendly small company with light red tape and emphasis on novel thinking.
• Respects employee input and provides a voice in company direction.
• Balances teamwork with personal contribution.
• ISO-certified manufacturer aiming for zero defects.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Fabworx Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Question

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