Senior Research Engineer – Technology development and process integration for MEMS-based applic[...]

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL); Villach; Vor Ort; EUR 58.500 - 71.500; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

€ 4 per day meal allowance

Public transport subsidy

Internal training opportunities

Healthy workplace initiatives

Zusammenfassung

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is seeking a candidate for a temporary position focused on technology development for MEMS-based devices. The role includes responsibilities from concept to prototype within a cleanroom environment, relying on microfabrication expertise. Candidates must have a Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience or a PhD with 2 years.

Strong communication and proficiency in English are essential, and willingness to relocate to Villach is required. SAL offers competitive salaries starting at €65.000 annually, along with various employee benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Master with 5 years or PhD with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Microfabrication experience in cleanroom, preferably for MEMS devices.
• Proficiency in English; German is a plus.
• Willingness to relocate to Austria/Villach.

Aufgaben

• Develop MEMS-based devices from concept to prototype.
• Implement DOE to enhance device performance.
• Conduct microfabrication and prototyping.
• Perform advanced testing on MEMS devices.
• Communicate and report research results.

Kenntnisse

Microfabrication

Proficiency in English

Team player

Communication skills

Experience in lab environment characterization

Ausbildung

Master's degree in MEMS, microtechnology or similar

PhD in relevant fields

Jobbeschreibung

As part of the European Chips Act, Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is driving innovation in quantum and semiconductor technologies through its Quantum Pilot Lines. Join our interdisciplinary teams at the interface of design and fabrication and enjoy Villach’s exceptional quality of life in the heart of the Austrian Alps. Be part of something bigger. Be part of Silicon Austria Labs.

This opportunity is a temporary position with an expected duration of around 3 years, aligned with the timeframe of the pilot line project. Continuation in a permanent role may be considered thereafter, subject to strong performance and future funding opportunities.

Your Future Tasks Include

• Technology development for MEMS-based devices in various fields such as optics, acoustic, inertial sensors from concept to prototype.
• Development and implementation of DOE to improve device performance.
• Microfabrication and prototyping in cleanroom facility by using 200 mm wafer level technology.
• Advanced testing of developed MEMS devices (electrical, mechanical, acoustic, …).
• Scientific communication / reporting of research results.

Your Profile

• Master + 5 years of relevant working experience / PhD + 2 years of relevant working experience in relevant fields (education in MEMS, microtechnology or similar fields).
• Microfabrication experience in cleanroom, preferably for MEMS-based devices.
• Experience in lab environment characterization for MEMS devices is a plus.
• Proficiency in English, German is an asset.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Austria/Villach.

Important Facts About SAL

• Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.
• Internal and external training opportunities for career development.
• Family & children friendly – actively shaping the compatibility of family and career.
• Vital4SAL to promote a healthy workplace (e.g. SAL coaching pool, trainings on mental health, physical activities, healthy snacks, 24/7 accident insurance)
• € 4 per day meal allowance in restaurants or € 2 per working day in supermarkets.
• Public transport initiative (subsidy for the “Klimaticket”)
• Our values: Open door policy, flexibility in working hours, casual dress code, diverse teams, working with people of different nationalities, informal communication, lifelong learning, compatibility of family and career, sustainability, personal growth, and collective advancement.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group E (E1 salary = EUR 4.056, paid 14 times a year). For this position we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications, starting with a minimum gross salary of EUR 65.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract).