Staff Mechatronic Engineer
Semtech
Listing collected from Semtech's career site. NextChapter is independent of Semtech.
San Jose, CA · Posted September 15, 2026
Just laid off? Start here: a plan for the first weeks
See every open role at Semtech
More in California job market · Technology & Software · Engineering jobs
More roles at Semtech
- Sr Manager, Photonics Quality Engineering · Alhambra, CA
- Manufacturing Systems Engineer · Colorado Springs, CO
Similar jobs
- Lead MFG Automation Engineer · Pall · Lodi, CA
- Senior Automation Engineer, Optical Packaging · Psiquantum · Milpitas, CA
- Sr. Process Development Engineer, Catheter Engineering · Pulse Biosciences · Hayward, CA
- Senior Process Controls Engineer · Oklo · Santa Clara, CA
- Senior Mechatronics Engineer · Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, CA
- Senior Mechatronics Engineer, Omen · Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, CA
Where San Jose, CA ranks
Where San Jose, CA placed in our monthly rankings, month by month. Each month stays online at its own address.
November 2026
- #1Best cities for marketing pay after cost of living$204k · of 16
- #1Best cities for aerospace and defense pay after cost of living$187k · of 19
- #2Best cities for security pay after cost of living$220k · of 10
- #3Best cities for technology pay after cost of living$205k · of 80
- #5Best cities for technology jobs1,449 openings · of 100
- #5Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the West Coast162 jobs · of 47
Rankings about engineering jobs
- Best cities for software and engineering jobs #1 San Francisco (3,412 openings)
- Best cities for engineering pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($216k)
- Most requested AI skills in engineering jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (6.1%)
- AI tools named most often in engineering jobs #1 Claude (1.7%)
- Employers with the most engineering jobs #1 Amazon (2,992 roles)
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among engineers, all other is little observed so far. Measured exposure for engineers, all other: 7% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Location: San Jose, CA - Hybrid
Our Team:
Semtech’s Force Haptics Sensing Solutions Team are a team of talented and versatile engineers that enable our customers and partners to realize innovative Human Machine Interactions with industry leading MEMS Force Sensors and Haptics Systems .
Job Summary :
In this role, you will be working closely with our mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to develop force sensing and haptics actuator 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. Your role may include mechanical design, small scale prototyping, DFM, testing and characterization and root-cause analysis . We also expect to extend the job scope to finite element analysis, electromagnetic simulation and optimization, provided long term training is given to the candidate.
Responsibilities :
Develop and execute electro- mechanical designs from concept to fabrication backed by thorough engineering analysis .
Assist in 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-edge products.
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 designs in order to optimize performance 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 modeling mechanical drawing
Good understanding of materials , structural mechanics , sensors and 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 …)
Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools such as COMSOL will be a big plus
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Desired Qualifications
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 may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $ 94K - $ 1 40 K . There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-RB1