Microfabrication R&D Engineer
Job Description
Translume has an opening for an engineer with an interest in microfabrication. This is an R&D position which requires working both independently, and in collaboration with other members of the team. The successful candidate will have a high degree of deductive reasoning, be precise, and well organized. This position also involves a small amount of production related tasks.
Education Desired – Prior Job Experience
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BS degree, preferably in engineering or science.
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Familiarity with femtosecond lasers, wet etching, physical vapor deposition, and work in cleanroom not required, but considered a plus
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan. Work performed at Translume and occasionally at the Lurie Nanofabrication Facility (LNF) located on the U. of Michigan North Campus.
Process Development Tasks:
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Perform tasks associated with the development of new fabrication processes, and/or new device micro-fabrication
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Assess process under development
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Schedule / plan tasks ahead
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Maintain careful records of all development activities
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Develop and follow safety protocols
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Obtain and maintain LNF tool/process certifications as needed to work in the LNF cleanroom
Production Tasks:
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Operate laser workstations, including loading and unloading, alignment, starting and monitoring production job
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Assess quality of fabricated parts
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Maintain careful records of all production activities
Work Status
U.S. Citizenship is required, or lawful permanent resident status.
Why work at Translume
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Growth potential in a small company environment.
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Full “on-the-job” training.
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Challenging and exciting work; on the cutting edge of ground-breaking fabrication technology.
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Team-based culture focused on critical thinking and innovation.
Benefits
Translume offers a competitive compensation and benefits package:
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BCBS Medical coverage
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401(k) with 401(k) Matching
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Paid time off / Paid Holidays
Translume is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation.