Does the idea of developing components for a Lidar camera one day, and a virus detection test the next, intrigue you? At Atomica, that’s the type of work we do every day. We build the tiny technologies (MEMS) that empower tomorrow's innovations. 


Summary: 

Atomica is seeking a driven individual to be part of our Development Engineering Team. 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. Work closely with management and customers on technical issues and problem resolution. Compile and present data to management and customers during product development and production. 

  

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 8 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 
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams of various backgrounds 
  • Industry experience in Etch, Cleans, Lithography and/or Thin Films 
  • 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 

 

Desired Skill Set: 

  • Masters or PhD preferred 
  • Previous work as a process engineer in Etch 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 

 
 

About Atomica: 

Atomica Corp. (formerly Innovative Micro Technology) 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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