Do you want to play a role in the next generation of technologies improving the planet? We build tiny technologies (MEMS) that empower tomorrow's innovations.
Summary:
Atomica is seeking a driven individual to be part of our Integration Engineering Team. In this role you will develop process integration for MEMS to ensure quality, cost and manufacturability are met, troubleshoot development problems with the fabrication process and take corrective action, develop new processes and approaches which improve on designs, compile and present data to management and customers during product development and production, and work closely with management and customers on technical issues and problem resolution.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, implement and monitor wafer fabrication processes and operating lithography, vacuum, electroplating, and wet etch systems for the development and production of MEMS products.
- Reengineering of products and developing improvements
- Create process flows and design of experiments
- Create/edit/maintain necessary documentation
- Monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements of data
- Work closely with other Engineers and Technicians for quality control and manufacturing
- Leading the technical side of product development for individual programs
Requirements:
- A degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry or other relevant physical science
- BA/BS with a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience
- Hands-on experience in wafer processing
- Strong experience in data analysis and demonstrated critical thinking skills
- Background in MEMS or CMOS development or manufacturing
- Able to quickly comprehend a breadth of device types and their functionality
- Experience working in cross-functional teams of various backgrounds
- Industry experience in Etch, Deposition, Wets, Bond and Grind, and/or Lithography
- Ideally possesses strong process background
- Ability to work in both a clean room environment and an office environment
- Must be able to don and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
- Each additional level of education will be considered in lieu of industry experience
- SPC and JMP experience
- Experience working directly with customers
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Ability to clearly communicate
- Ability to lead an inter-disciplined group without direct reports
- US person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
- NOTE: The term "US person" refers to a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident (green card holder), or a person granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.
Desired Skill Set:
- Masters or PhD a bonus
- Previous work as a process engineer in Etch, Deposition, Wets, Bond and Grind, and/or Lithography
- Lean 6 sigma qualification
- Focused background in optics, photonics, magnetics or RF
- Zemax or equivalent optical design program expertise
- COMSOL or equivalent FEM modeling program expertise
- Experience in electrical test and yield analysis
- Python, Java, C++ programming
- Previous experience leading technical programs
What Atomica Offers You:
- Amazing growth and learning opportunities in MEMS
- Bonus Opportunity
- Opportunity to participate in the company’s employee equity plan
- Competitive Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plan with company match
- Continuing education opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account
- Catered in-office lunches
Why work with us?
Atomica is changing the world. Working at Atomica is truly a one-of-a-kind opportunity to impact groundbreaking technology while living in paradise.
Your contributions to our MEMS technology will drive innovation, solve the great problems of our time and directly impact the lives of people across the globe.
Life in Santa Barbara:
Want to live in paradise? Life in Santa Barbara is just that. Atomica is sandwiched between the beautiful Santa Ynez mountains and the pristine Central California coastline. The weather? Absolutely gorgeous. No more shoveling snow or hiding from tornadoes!
Within 5-minutes from the office, you will find rich local culture, world class schools, airport for convenient travel, festivals, and excellent options to wine and dine.
We have had employees move from all over the country and say life has never been better!
Compensation:
Senior-Staff
$110,000-$185,000
*Atomica encourages applications from candidates at all levels where pay will be based on experience.*
About Atomica:
Atomica Corp. unleashes the power of Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) to help solve the great problems of our time. Utilizing a uniquely collaborative approach to development and manufacturing, it partners with innovative companies to deliver breakthrough MEMS-based solutions in cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, cell therapy, molecular diagnostics, genomics, 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), and more.
Atomica is the largest MEMS foundry in the USA, serving customers from its 130,000 ft2 manufacturing campus (including a 30,000 ft2 class 100 cleanroom) in Santa Barbara, California. The company is ISO 9001 certified and ITAR registered. Its extensive experience spans the full spectrum of MEMS, including photonics, sensors, microfluidic biochips, and other micro components.
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