Atomic Machines · 9 hours ago
Staff Safety Engineer
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expAtomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler™ technology. They are seeking an experienced Staff Safety Engineer to develop and lead a comprehensive safety strategy across their machines, labs, and operations, ensuring safety is embedded in engineering and operational decision-making.
ManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Lead machine and operational safety programs across labs and manufacturing
Embed safety-by-design into equipment development and station commissioning
Own station readiness and safety sign-off for new or modified equipment
Conduct and maintain hazard analyses and risk assessments
Design and enforce guarding, interlocks, E-stops, and LOTO programs
Establish an electrical safety posture aligned with OSHA/NFPA expectations
Lead incident and near-miss investigations and CAPA
Develop and deliver role-based safety training
Track and report safety metrics and risk trends
Coordinate with external safety consultants when needed
Travel between Emeryville and Santa Clara sites as required
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in machine safety, product safety, or industrial safety engineering
Hands-on experience with LOTO, guarding, interlocks, and risk assessments
Proven ability to build scalable safety systems
Strong cross-functional influence and judgment
A first-principles mindset — you question assumptions, reframe problems from the ground up, and approach challenges with a foundational understanding rather than relying solely on precedent
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
Preferred
Familiarity with ISO 12100 / ANSI B11; NFPA 70/70E exposure preferred
CMSE, TÜV, or equivalent certification preferred
Company
Atomic Machines
Atomic Machines are into MEMS micro- and nano-fabrication.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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unknown2021-02-15Seed
2020-04-01Seed
Leadership Team
Jeff Holden
Founder & CEO
Terry Sauer
Operations Program Manager
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