Job Description

About Syenta

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Syenta is pioneering a new era in semiconductor manufacturing with our groundbreaking Localised Electrochemical Manufacturing (LEM) technology. Our platform enables advanced packaging by combining patterning and metallisation into a single tool. We achieve high-speed, high-resolution metallisation at lower costs and energy use, while minimizing emissions and waste.

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About Syenta

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Syenta is pioneering a new era in semiconductor manufacturing with our groundbreaking Localised Electrochemical Manufacturing (LEM) technology. Our platform enables advanced packaging by combining patterning and metallisation into a single tool. We achieve high-speed, high-resolution metallisation at lower costs and energy use, while minimizing emissions and waste.

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Founded in Australia, we are building a world-class team of engineers and scientists tackling some of the toughest challenges in semiconductor manufacturing. Our collaborative, people-first culture empowers individuals to take ownership, innovate, and deliver breakthrough results.

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About The Role

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We are seeking a Senior Mechanical R&D; Engineer to lead the end-to-end mechanical design of our custom semiconductor manufacturing machines. This role owns the full machine design lifecycle - from concept through detailed design, prototyping, validation, and production-ready equipment.

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The ideal candidate has a proven track record of taking machines from blank page to operational production equipment, thrives in a rapid-paced, startup environment, and brings a broad skillset across mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes. You will collaborate closely with controls, mechatronics, and software engineers to deliver integrated, high-performance manufacturing solutions.

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This is a high-impact role,



critical to scaling Syenta's in-house production capabilities and reducing reliance on external vendors.

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Responsibilities

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Mechanical Design & Delivery

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- Lead end-to-end mechanical design of manufacturing equipment, from concept through to production release
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- Develop and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and BOMs
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- Select materials, components, and vendors; manage procurement for mechanical subsystems
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- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
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- Conduct tolerance analysis, FEA, and other engineering analyses as required
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- Support prototyping, commissioning, and continuous improvement of equipment
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- Contribute to design reviews, documentation, and mechanical engineering standards
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Collaboration & Cross-Disciplinary Integration

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- Work closely with mechatronics, controls, and software teams to deliver fully integrated machine solutions
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- Communicate mechanical design decisions effectively across teams and stakeholders
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- Provide technical guidance and input on equipment architecture and systems integration
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Process & Standards

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- Establish mechanical design standards, best practices, and workflows for the team
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- Maintain high-quality documentation, including CAD, drawings, BOMs, and specifications
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- Support continuous improvement of design and manufacturing processes
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Requirements

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- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
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- Proven R&D; background with a track record of taking concepts from blank page to working hardware
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- Proficient in 3D CAD; platform agnostic (OnShape experience advantageous)
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- Engineering drawings to ISO 2768
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- Fluent in GD&T; tolerancing - ASME Y14.5 and/or ISO GPS
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- Tolerance stack analysis
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- Pneumatics design and component selection
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- High-precision linear and angular motion system design
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- Material specification and selection
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- Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFM/DFA)
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- Rapid prototyping experience
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Preferred Qualifications

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- Material selection experience in clean-room contexts
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- Experience with micro-fluidics and viscous flows
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- Clean-room practices; design for cleanliness
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- Experience working with metrology frames and vibration-isolated structures
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- Experience in startups or fast-paced engineering environments
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- Experience with simulation and analysis tools (FEA, tolerance analysis)
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- Familiarity with PLM systems, JIRA, or Confluence
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Why Choose Syenta?

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We're passionate about building a diverse, people-first company. Our culture of collaboration and mutual respect fuels innovation capable of redefining an industry. At Syenta, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership, lead high-impact teams, and shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

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What We Offer

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Salary Range: $110k - $150k (negotiable)

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- Early-stage equity opportunities
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- 12% superannuation contributions
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- Flexible leave policies and a strong work-life balance
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- Professional growth in a high-impact, fast-growing deep-tech startup
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- Team events and cooperative culture, including company-wide gatherings in Australia
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📌 Senior Mechanical R&D Engineer -- End-to-End Startup Equipment (New South Wales)
🏢 Syenta
📍 New South Wales