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Atomic Machines · 1 day ago

Device Design Engineer

Emeryville, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$170K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler™ technology platform. They are seeking a skilled Design Engineer with strong multiphysics skills to drive the design of microscale device subsystems, collaborating closely with design peers and engineers to innovate and prototype new devices.

ManufacturingSemiconductor

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Drive the end-to-end design of microscale device subsystems, from concept through simulation, prototyping, testing, and iteration, leveraging the capabilities of our Matter Compiler™ platform

Develop and refine innovative device architectures and components, using advanced materials and processes beyond conventional MEMS

Perform analytical modeling and multiphysics simulations (e.g., electrostatics, fluid dynamics, thermal, structural) with tools such as COMSOL

Design, build, and iterate on experimental prototypes in a fast-paced R&D environment with short design-test-learn cycles

Plan and execute rigorous experimental validation, including the development of custom test setups and protocols tailored to new device functions or phenomena

Characterize prototypes using advanced metrology tools, including SEM/EDS, CT scanning, and optical profilometry, to inform design decisions and process improvements

Collaborate cross-functionally with process, manufacturing, and mechanical engineering teams to co-develop devices and platform capabilities in parallel

Maintain comprehensive documentation of design rationale, simulation data, experimental results, and iteration history, following internal development standards

Contribute to the evolution of our design and development workflows, helping shape a world-class engineering process within an emerging, multidisciplinary manufacturing paradigm

Qualification

Microscale device designMultiphysics simulationsAnalytical modelingCAD toolsCharacterization techniquesDesign for manufacturabilityDocumentation skillsHands-on experimentationProgramming in PythonData analysis toolsReliability engineeringCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Proven experience designing microscale device components or systems—such as MEMS or MEMS-adjacent technologies—from concept through prototyping, either in industry or academic research

Strong background in the analysis and design of systems involving coupled physical domains, such as electrostatics, electromagnetics, piezoelectric effects, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics

Familiarity with analytical modeling methods and experience performing multiphysics simulations using FEM tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics

Fluency in CAD tools for microscale design, with the ability to move efficiently between digital models and physical prototypes

Hands-on experience designing, building, and executing experiments to validate prototypes, including rapid iteration in an R&D environment

Experience with characterization techniques and metrology tools such as SEM/EDS, CT scanning, and optical profilometry

Strong documentation skills, with a consistent, methodical approach to recording design decisions, test results, measurements, and iterations

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams that include process, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers

An understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM) principles and the ability to contribute to the development of next-generation Matter Compiler™ capabilities through device-driven feedback

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a rigorous, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and experimentation

Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field and 5+ years of relevant work experience

Preferred

Programming experience, particularly in Python, for automation, data analysis, or custom tool development

Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools such as JMP, MATLAB, Pandas, and Matplotlib for experimental design, statistical evaluation, and performance analysis

Industry experience in structured product development methodologies such as Agile, ICSM, or equivalent systems engineering frameworks

Familiarity with product engineering, including design verification, validation, and root-cause failure analysis

Experience with reliability engineering, including accelerated life testing, environmental testing, and long-term performance characterization of microscale systems

Hands-on experience with MEMS production technologies and fabrication process integration, especially in a research, prototyping, or early-stage manufacturing environment

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Company

Atomic Machines

Atomic Machines are into MEMS micro- and nano-fabrication.

Founded in 2019

Berkeley, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.atomicmachines.com/

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