Staff Mechatronic Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 15, 2026.
Location: San Jose, CA- Hybrid
Our Team:
Semtech’s Force Haptics Sensing Solutions Teamarea team of talented and versatile engineers that enableour customers and partnersto realizeinnovative Human Machine Interactions withindustry leading MEMS Force Sensors andHaptics Systems.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will be working closely with our mechanical, electrical, and software engineers todevelop force sensing andhapticsactuator modules and help bring them to mass production. You will be working closely with different OEMs on next generation products such as Laptop, Mobile phones, Automotive steering wheels & smart surfaces, Fitness Trackers and Industrial display panels, etc. Yourrole may includemechanical design,small scale prototyping, DFM, testing and characterization androot-cause analysis.We also expect to extendthe job scope to finite element analysis, electromagnetic simulation and optimization, provided long term training is given to the candidate.
Responsibilities:
Develop and executeelectro-mechanical designs from concept to fabrication backed by thorough engineering analysis.
Assistin fabrication, assembly, and testing activities from Proof-of-Concepts to mass production projects.
Collaborate closely with business and engineering teams during the product development cycle to translate customer input into successful,cutting-edgeproducts.
Travel to manufacturing partners (domestic and international) to help bring up production line.
Travel to customer locations (domestic and international) to provide technical support.
Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and electromagnetic simulation and optimization on module designsin order tooptimizeperformance and the HMI experience. (with training provided at Semtech)
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of work experience designing real world products
Creative problem solving in designing electro-mechanical assemblies from concept to fabrication
Working knowledge of various fabrication methods such as CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, sheet metal stamping, and assembly techniques for consumer and industrial products
Excellent skill in 3D CAD modelingmechanical drawing
Good understanding of materials,structural mechanics,sensorsand actuators(esp. electromagnetic actuators)
Familiarity with DFM (design for manufacturing) and performance and reliability testing
Consumer electronics experience a plus
Working knowledge of electronics and circuits
Hands-on experience with fabrication and assembly tools(including 3D printing, laser cutting,etc…)
Proficiencywith electromagnetic simulation tools such as COMSOL will be a big plus
Bachelor’s Degree orMaster’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
DesiredQualifications
Self starter
Fast learner
Strong work ethic
Good team collaboration
The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents maybe requiredto perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
All duties and responsibilities are essentialjobfunctions and requirements and are subject topossible modificationtoreasonably accommodateindividuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an EEOemployerM/F/D/V. Wemaintaina drug-free workplace.
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $94K- $140K. There are several factors taken into consideration indeterminingbase salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills,educationand experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.