PIC Process Scientist/Engineer — Photonic ICs, Equity

QPICs, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

QPICs, Inc. in Santa Barbara is looking for a Process Scientist/Engineer to support the development of fast-turn fabrication processes for photonic integrated circuits (PICs). This position is ideal for candidates with a passion for hands-on work in a dynamic environment, contributing to designed experiments and optimization processes.

Qualifications include a relevant degree and experience in nanofabrication or photonics. The role offers a competitive salary range of $120K-$160K, plus equity incentives, with an eventual option to transfer to Colorado.

Qualifications

• Experience in nanofabrication, photonics, or semiconductor processing essential.
• 3+ years in PIC fabrication with knowledge of waveguide features valued.
• Foundational fabrication experience in lithography, etch, deposition, and metrology necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support development and optimization of fabrication processes for PICs.
• Perform cleanroom process steps and wafer inspections.
• Analyze experimental results and troubleshoot process issues.

Skills

Nanofabrication

Photonics

Cleanroom processes

Data analysis

Education

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related discipline

Tools

SEM

Profilometry

Ellipsometry

Optical characterization

Job description

QPICs, Inc. in Santa Barbara is looking for a Process Scientist/Engineer to support the development of fast-turn fabrication processes for photonic integrated circuits (PICs). This position is ideal for candidates with a passion for hands-on work in a dynamic environment, contributing to designed experiments and optimization processes.

Qualifications include a relevant degree and experience in nanofabrication or photonics. The role offers a competitive salary range of $120K-$160K, plus equity incentives, with an eventual option to transfer to Colorado.