Mechanical Engineering System

Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab.

It’s already possible to build this with today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’re building a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We’ll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology.

Building it ourselves is better.

We believe our team and lab can build anything. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment - and whatever is missing, we’ll just invent along the way.

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.

As a Mechanical Engineer at Atomic Semi, you\'ll design, iterate on, and build specialized equipment for semiconductor fabrication.

Whether tackling heavy design challenges, integrating mechanical, optical, and electronic components, or automating production and manufacturing processes, our philosophy is to get things built and tested in days or weeks—not months—with a focus on viable solutions that meet real production needs.

The Positioning Team focuses on systems-level engineering, designing, prototyping, and building semiconductor fab equipment and subsystems related to lithography, motion, and metrology.

The Vacuum Team is responsible for designing, prototyping, validating, and scaling core semiconductor fabrication equipment. Tool families include Anneal, Deposition, Etch, and Supporting Infrastructure, with goals for each ranging from fundamental design to automation readiness to manufacturing scale-up.

The Packaging Team is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and overseeing the fabrication processes for semiconductor packaging devices. This position emphasizes designing, iterating on, and building specialized equipment for the manufacturing flow, such as laser ablation machines, reflow ovens, and automated metal plating facilities.

The Automation Team develops robotic automation systems to rapidly produce semiconductor packaging devices.

Design and iterate on machines and subsystems for semiconductor packaging fabrication

Create mechanical designs including frames, components, and assemblies

Integrate mechanical, electrical, and optical components in system assembly, including wiring, optics alignment, and electronics

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve fabrication processes and equipment

Source components and materials while working with vendors to meet project specifications

2-7 years of professional experience in mechanical and electromechanical system design

2-7 years of hands-on experience building, prototyping, and assembling complex systems

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or Physics

Home workshop/lab experience demonstrating passion for hands-on engineering

Experience building laser machines with comprehensive knowledge of laser system components

Experience working in both R&D and production environments with hardware

System integration expertise across mechanical, electrical, and software domains

Experience with opto-mechanical system design

Basic coding skills for equipment control

We’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA.

Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in Atomic Semi.

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time

Visa Sponsorship

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office

Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts

We 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.

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