Process Development Engineer

Process Development EngineerThe fab2 team can build anything. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves. We're looking for exceptional, hands-on people who can iterate to the limits of what's possible.fab2 was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.The Process Team sits at the heart of our in-house device development, driving the design of each new generation of tools. This is unlike any role at a traditional foundry—we simultaneously develop recipes, apply novel materials, test and characterize our chips, and troubleshoot tools.As a Process Development Engineer at fab2, you'll be responsible for experiment design and execution of new semiconductor and thin-film fabrication methods. We're looking for someone with both a strong understanding of traditional semiconductor processing methods and an open-mindedness to new techniques. It'll be helpful if you have the ability to digest and filter a large body of existing work (academic papers, books, etc.)This is a high-ownership role with lots of autonomy in a fast-moving startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to novel R&D processes and influence tool design. Candidates should have hands-on cleanroom experience and a track record of developing nanofabrication recipes from scratch, ideally across multiple process steps.ResponsibilitiesWork in the lab to design and run experiments alongside senior process engineersRead academic papers and technical literature to inform experimental design; whiteboard ideas and iterate quicklyLearn and operate a range of semiconductor tools, including deposition, etch, lithography, and metrology systemsDevelop, transfer, and optimize process recipes across platforms with a focus on consistency, yield, and throughputAnalyze process data, troubleshoot recipe or equipment issues, and clearly document findings and results for the teamRequired ExperienceBS, MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related fieldHands-on cleanroom experience with multi-step fabrication flowsExperience operating thin film deposition, dry etch, and lithography toolsRecipe development and optimization for some subset of thin film deposition, dry etch, or lithographyFamiliarity with key metrology such as ellipsometry, profilometry, SEM, etcNice-to-haveMechanical or maintenance experience with fab toolsFull device?flow experienceWe're an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and offices in Austin and San Francisco.Compensation: fab2 is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 – $180,000. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in fab2.Benefits: fab2 Semi offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick TimeVisa SponsorshipLife and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave401(k) retirement planWeekly Learning & Development opportunitiesCommuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the officeLunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and SpindriftsWe are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.fab2, formerly known as Atomic Semi