Research & Development
Rehovot, IL (Nova HQ)Role Description
What we are looking for:
Nova is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our HW R&D team and help drive the development of advanced opto-mechanical systems for semiconductor applications. In this role, you will become an integral part of a multidisciplinary environment, working closely with optics, electronics, lab, manufacturing, and integration teams to translate complex system needs into robust mechanical and opto-mechanical solutions.
Responsibilities
What will you be doing:
- Develop and implement multidisciplinary system architectures with a focus on opto-mechanical solutions.
- Take ownership of complex system integration frameworks and precision motion system development.
- Apply advanced engineering expertise to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical systems for semiconductor applications.
- Lead design reviews, technical assessments, and engineering trade-off discussions.
- Coordinate and support production, assembly, and system integration activities.
- Ensure system designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and cleanroom requirements.
- Analyze and implement cost-optimization strategies using Design for Cost principles.
- Present and explain technical specifications, design considerations, and test procedures to cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate closely with lab teams to validate system performance and resolve integration challenges.
Requirements
- BSc in Mechanical Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience developing multidisciplinary systems.
- Proven experience in opto-mechanical system development.
- Demonstrated experience building integration frameworks for complex systems.
- Hands-on experience developing precision motion systems.
- Experience working with Agile PLM systems.
- Understanding of safety standards and cleanroom-compatible materials.
- Full proficiency in English and Hebrew.
- Prior experience in the semiconductor industry - Advantage
- Proficiency in Solid Edge for efficient design workflows - Advantage
- Familiarity with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) - Advantage
That special something you bring in:
- Strong technical orientation with the ability to understand complex multidisciplinary systems.
- Hands-on, proactive approach and high ownership from concept through integration.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and sound engineering judgment.
- Clear communication skills with the ability to explain technical topics to diverse audiences.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams under demanding timelines.
Get to know us better:
Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a global company and a leading provider of innovative metrology solutions for process control in semiconductor manufacturing.
With a team of ~1200 people in three R&D centers and 27 field offices, we bring insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage multiple technology fields such as physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms to develop hardware and software solutions that measure almost every advanced computer chip built in the world.
Nova dives deep into dimensions and layers at the atomic level to extract unique insights and provide our customers with crucial decision-making data, managing critical challenges by providing unique, differentiated solutions.
Our outstanding people-focused and innovative culture means every person at Nova has the power to make an impact and significantly redefine what people can achieve through technology.
Join us if you are
A dreamer and brilliant high aimer who sees the impossible as the starting point and loves working in a multidisciplinary global team to create innovative breakthroughs.
If you need assistance due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]
