Mechanical Engineer (Value Engineering)
JOB DESCRIPTIONLocation: Beverly, MA (On-Site)Reports to: Value Engineer ManagerEmployment Type: Full-TimeHelp Shape the Future of Semiconductor Technology While Driving Real Business ImpactAre you passionate about solving engineering challenges, improving product performance, and finding innovative ways to reduce costs without compromising quality? At Axcelis Technologies, you'll have the opportunity to influence the technologies behind the world's most advanced semiconductor devices while partnering with global suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver meaningful improvements across our products.We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer who thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy identifying smarter solutions, optimizing component performance, and making a measurable impact on both product quality and business results, we'd love to hear from you.About AxcelisAxcelis Technologies is a leading provider of innovative, high-productivity equipment solutions for the semiconductor industry. Our advanced ion implantation systems enable the manufacturing of the chips that power everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to artificial intelligence and next-generation computing technologies.Joining Axcelis means becoming part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning while helping shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.What You'll DoAs a Value Engineering Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in evaluating, selecting, and qualifying mechanical components that support Axcelis products and technologies. You'll drive initiatives that improve product quality, reliability, and supply chain resilience while identifying opportunities for cost savings and performance enhancements.Key ResponsibilitiesSource, evaluate, select, and qualify mechanical components used in Axcelis products and systems.Identify and investigate alternative component technologies, materials, and suppliers to reduce cost and improve quality and reliability.Serve as the technical interface between suppliers and internal engineering teams, facilitating component selection, qualification, and issue resolution.Partner closely with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Strategic Sourcing to drive value engineering initiatives.Evaluate supplier change notifications and determine qualification requirements to support implementation of component changes.Lead component qualification efforts, including testing, validation, documentation, and release activities.Develop and maintain supplier selection and qualification guidelines, processes, and best practices.Support business continuity initiatives by qualifying alternate components and suppliers.Maintain component records, qualification data, test results, and supporting documentation within component management systems.Participate in root cause investigations and reliability improvement activities to enhance overal...