Senior Photolithography Process Engineer
About the role
Atomica is a U.S.-based microfabrication foundry that builds advanced platforms for AI hardware, photonics, sensors, MEMS, and biotechnology devices. We support customers developing AI optical connectivity, AI optical source integration, photonic integration, thermal microstructures, physical AI sensors, MEMS optical control systems, and biotechnology microdevices with rapid prototyping and scalable production.
This is a high-impact role within one of the most critical groups in the organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing high-yield and robust photolithography solutions in the semiconductor and/or MEMS fields.
Responsibilities
- Optimize semiconductor lithography tools: steppers, 1X contact aligners, photoresist (spin/spray coaters), developer and track systems, as well as integration with custom automation and MES systems.
- Manage tool health and predictive process management, including daily SPC monitoring, Cpk improvement, and troubleshooting process and tool issues.
- Lead new equipment/technology selection, installation, operational qualification, process qualification, and tool matching.
- Improve process robustness through characterization, cornering, and DOEs.
- Collaborate broadly to standardize equipment recipes, processes, and layers (multi-step) to reduce complexity, cost, and development lead time.
- Monitor and improve the efficiency, output, and safety of manufacturing processes through observations and data measurements.
- Ensure close interaction with equipment suppliers, manage supplier relationships, own escalation, and work together on resolution of tool issues.
- Mentor and coach Technicians to teach best practices for quality control and manufacturing.
- Perform data analysis and presentation during product development and production support.
- Implement Lean Six Sigma mindset and processes.
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or other engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Hands-on experience in wafer lithography processing.
- Experience with Canon/Nikon Steppers and TEL tracks.
- Strong experience in data analysis and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Background in MEMS or CMOS development or manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with thick and thin Negative and Positive resists, and bi-layer coats.
- Solid understanding of the interaction between photolithography coats and other process modules (Etch, Liftoff, etc.).
- Ability to work in both a clean room environment and an office environment.
- SPC and JMP experience.
Benefits
- Competitive Health, Vision, and 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.
Pay
$110,000 - $150,000
About Atomica
Atomica is changing the world. Working at Atomica is 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. Within 5 minutes from the office, you will find rich local culture, world-class schools, an 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!