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Onto Innovation · 1 day ago

Staff Electrical Engineer

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, specializing in advanced technologies for the semiconductor industry. They are seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of complex electrical systems for high-precision metrology and inspection equipment, requiring expertise in circuit design and cross-functional collaboration.

3D TechnologyManufacturingSemiconductor
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Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and validation of electrical subsystems for semiconductor metrology tools
Architect and implement analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits with a focus on precision, reliability, and manufacturability
Oversee PCB design, layout, and bring-up, ensuring compliance with signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and safety standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, optics, and systems engineering to deliver integrated solutions
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in design reviews and project planning
Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex electrical issues in both development and production environments
Ensure designs meet regulatory and industry standards (e.g., SEMI, CE, UL)
Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and documentation

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringAnalogDigital Circuit DesignSimulation ToolsEmbedded SystemsProject ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsWriting Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or precision instrumentation
Proven track record in analog and digital circuit design, including power systems, signal conditioning, and high-speed interfaces
Proficiency with design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, SPICE, MATLAB)
Strong understanding of system-level design, grounding, shielding, and thermal considerations
Experience with embedded systems, FPGAs, or microcontrollers is highly desirable
Stepping and servo motor control knowledge is a plus
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
Willingness to travel to support designs in manufacturing and at customer sites
Writing skills for preparing manuals, parts lists, proposals, and design documentation

Preferred

Experience with low-noise analog circuit design
Knowledge of semiconductor process flows and metrology techniques
Familiarity with automation, robotics, and real-time control systems
Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanroom environments, and motion control systems

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
PTO
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Wellness initiatives

Company

Onto Innovation

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Onto Innovation stands alone in process control with our unique perspective across the semiconductor value chain.

H1B Sponsorship

Onto Innovation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (16)
2024 (26)
2023 (12)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (20)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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1999-11-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Chris Seams
Chairman Of The Board
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