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Job description
DiamondFoundry is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation — a full-time, based in Bay Area, CA role. Apply directly on DiamondFoundry's careers page below.
Sr Mechanical Engineer, Automation
Team: Advanced Systems
Location: Bay Area, California
Commitment: Full-time
Workplace Type: onsite
Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$B expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.
Responsibilities
- Hands-on work in the design, development, and optimization of semiconductor-grade equipment for handling, processing, and characterizing diamond wafer products
- Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to design and integrate complex semiconductor equipment components and automation systems into production lines
- Work closely with manufacturing and process engineers to develop and implement automation solutions that enhance system efficiency, throughput, and reliability
- Generate clear, detailed documentation of equipment designs, integration processes, and troubleshooting procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, or a related field with 8-10 years of experience in equipment design especially automation equipment.
- Expertise in 3D/2D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Experience with automation such as robotics, fixturing, related manufacturing tools. PLC programming, robotics, Python, and related are helpful
- Experience with fabrication (e.g., machining, soldering, electro-mechanical assembly, lathe/mill, 3D printing, welding). Semiconductor experience is a bonus (e.g., wafer handling, deposition, etching)
- Experience in GD&T and conducting micron-level tolerance analysis
Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. Our benefits begin as early as your first day of employment. Medical and vision coverage are retroactive to your start date, while dental and voluntary benefits take effect once you’ve completed your enrollment.
Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
Diamond Foundry Inc. is committed to operating in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our manufacturing and engineering departments adhere to the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. Additionally, these departments may have specific physical requirements to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that promotes both legal compliance and the optimal functioning of our manufacturing and engineering processes.
Manufacturing and Engineering Departments Physical Requirements:
-Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
-This position will often: Sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms, lift below and above shoulders, bend, twist at the waist, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, see, use fine finger manipulation, and complete repetitive motions.
-Some tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs
-Some tasks may require driving or the use of foot controls
-Lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pound
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry?
The required skills for Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry include: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Robotics, PLC, Python, Machining, Soldering, Welding.
What is the seniority level for Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry?
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry?
You can view the full description and apply for Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automation at DiamondFoundry on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/diamondfoundry-sr-mechanical-engineer-automation-v1p18.