(NEW GRAD ONLY) Engineer, Servo Mechanical Engineering

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and analyze servo parametric data, yield, quality, and reliability performance.
• Perform servo control failure analysis, root cause identification, and corrective actions.
• Optimize servo firmware, parameters, and specifications for new components, new processes, and customer qualifications.
• Maintain high-performance positioning control systems under varying vibration, shock, voltage, and temperature conditions.
• Develop tools for servo characterization, qualification, and error simulation.
• Apply control theory, data analytics, and machine learning to improve system performance.
• Drive automation, data visualization, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance reliability.
• Support new product introduction through skill transfer and new feature understanding.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s in Control System/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in English.
• Basic understanding of failure analysis methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Eager to learn new technologies and business analysis techniques.
• Effective team player in dynamic and cross-functional environments.
• Available to start work in April 2026.

PREFERRED:

• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Python, SQL, etc.).
• Familiar with creating reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Spotfire.
• Experience with workflow automation and data analysis to identify trends and patterns using techniques such as image processing, data mining, machine learning, deep learning, or AI.

SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office such as PowerPoint for clear and structured presentations.
• Acquire knowledge in SQL, C/C++ programming and Python.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a technical team environment.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

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