Process Control Engineer

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 looking for a driven engineer to join our Process Control team. You'll provide key oversight and engineering support to keep our MEMS foundry running smoothly. This is a high impact role that includes close collaboration with the fab operations team to perform root cause analysis, resolve discrepancies, maintain in-spec products and use statistical process control and metrology tools to verify tool capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to work on a high mix of cutting-edge MEMS devices and AI automated inspection techniques in a growing organization.

This position is to provide engineering-level coverage on the weekend 4 days per week from Friday - Monday.

Objectives:

Develop, implement, and monitor wafer fabrication processes, including operating metrology, lithography, vacuum, electroplating, and wet etch systems for MEMS product development and production

Create process flows and design engineering solutions to optimize manufacturing processes

Edit and maintain technical documentation and training materials

Analyze process performance using observational data and measurements to improve efficiency, output, and safety

Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure quality control and meet manufacturing objectives

Serve as the shift lead for production programs to ensure alignment on lot movement and manufacturing targets

Capabilities:

Master's degree in any Engineering discipline, Physics, Chemistry, or a related physical science field, or bachelor's degree with industry experience

Hands-on experience in semiconductor fabrication, including metrology, lithography, etch, cleans, or thin films

Proficient in data analysis with strong critical thinking skills

Working knowledge of SPC for statistical process control and data analysis

Attention to detail, teamwork, work ethic and communication skills

Lean Six Sigma qualification (preferred)

Knowledge of Labview (preferred)

Background in electrical testing and yield analysis (preferred)

Must be a US Persons under ITAR (citizen, green card holder, refugee, or asylum seeker).

What Atomica Offers You:

Amazing growth and learning opportunities in MEMS

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:

$75,000 - $90,000

*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.