MEMS Development Engineer – Design & Fabrication

MagnetFab; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A pioneering deeptech startup in Grenoble is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the design of MEMS devices. Applicants should have an MSc or PhD and hands-on experience in MEMS design and microfabrication techniques. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of microelectronics, contributing to groundbreaking technologies and innovative applications in the field.

Prestations

High degree of autonomy

Contribute to innovative developments

Dynamic and friendly startup culture

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on experience in MEMS or sensor design and integration.
• Strong background in micro and nanofabrication in a cleanroom environment.
• Expertise in multiphysics simulation tools for MEMS device design.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design of MEMS devices and microsystems.
• Perform multiphysics modeling and design optimization.
• Build and improve lab test setups and perform measurements.

Connaissances

MEMS device design

Microfabrication techniques

Multiphysics simulation (COMSOL, Ansys)

Problem solving

Project management

Professional proficiency in English

Professional proficiency in French

Formation

MSc or PhD in microengineering, physics, material science

Outils

COMSOL

Ansys

Description du poste

Overview

MagnetFab is a deeptech startup pioneering the world’s first chip-scale micromagnets, enabling next-generation MEMS devices that integrate permanent rare-earth micromagnets. This breakthrough paves the way for the miniaturization of sensing and actuation in electronic devices, making them more compact, powerful, precise and energy efficient, from loudspeakers to magnetic sensors and quantum technologies. Based in Grenoble, we are part of a world-class microelectronics ecosystem at the heart of European innovation.

What You Will Do

• Lead concept, architecture, and detailed design of MEMS devices and microsystems
• Perform multiphysics modeling and design optimization (mechanical, magnetic, acoustic, thermal)
• Define, document, and improve microfabrication flows
• Conduct root cause analysis, design of experiments (DoE), and yield improvement
• Carry out testing, analyze data and correlate with models
• Build and improve lab test setups; perform measurements and reporting
• Collaborate with MagnetFab’s scientific advisors and R&D partners to design experiments, troubleshoot, and refine MEMS and sensor fabrication techniques
• Interface with suppliers and foundries; support technology transfer and pilot builds
• Stay at the forefront of microfabrication, MEMS, and sensor industry trends; contribute to invention disclosures and patent filings

What You Bring

• MSc or PhD in microengineering, physics, material science, or a related field
• Several years of hands-on experience in MEMS or sensor design and integration
• Strong background in micro and nanofabrication in a cleanroom environment
• Expertise in multiphysics simulation tools such as COMSOL or Ansys, with a proven track record of using them for MEMS device design and optimization
• Hands-on skills in cleanroom microfabrication tools and techniques
• Professional working proficiency in both English and French
• Demonstrated proactive attitude, strong autonomy, and ability to take initiative in problem solving and project management
• Open and flexible mindset with a positive attitude towards challenges and change

Why join us

• Be part of pioneering developments that bring micromagnets into MEMS devices and unlock next-generation applications
• Enjoy a high degree of autonomy, with the freedom to drive ideas from concept to realization
• Contribute to building MagnetFab’s MEMS expertise and play a key role in developing future technologies and IP
• Join a dynamic and friendly startup culture where initiative, creativity and problem-solving are valued as much as technical expertise