Senior Equipment Engineer

Diamondfoundry; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Diamond Foundry Inc. in Fremont, California, seeks a hands-on Equipment Engineer to own the equipment lifecycle—from planning and installation to maintenance and optimization in our advanced diamond production processes.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, develop SOPs, and document improvements. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of equipment experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a technical field.
• 3+ years direct, hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment maintenance and commissioning.
• Experience with CMP, lapping, or wafer polishing is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software and data collection/analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing metrics (uptime, MTBF, MTTR, yield).

Responsibilities

• Ensure Safety Compliance: uphold equipment safety standards and regulations; develop safety procedures.
• Drive Equipment Performance: oversee preventive maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and maximize uptime.
• Lead Equipment Projects: install and commission new equipment; design improvements for safety, quality, or efficiency.
• Manage Projects: coordinate upgrades/replacements with internal teams and vendors.
• Develop Documentation: author SOPs, reports, and maintenance plans.

Skills

Data-driven mindset

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Understanding manufacturing metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

3D modeling software

Job description

Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric‑car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single‑crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi‑$B expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero‑emission energy.

We are seeking a hands‑on Equipment Engineer to join our team in Fremont, CA. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of our advanced manufacturing equipment—from planning and installation to maintenance and optimization. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the machinery used in our cutting‑edge diamond production processes. You'll work closely with cross‑functional teams to drive continuous improvement and maximize equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Safety Compliance: Uphold and implement equipment safety standards and regulations. Conduct risk assessments and develop safety procedures to mitigate potential hazards.
• Drive Equipment Performance: Oversee all upkeep and preventative maintenance for assigned equipment. Diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions to maximize uptime.
• Lead Equipment Projects: Manage the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring proper setup, calibration, and integration. Identify, design, and implement modifications to improve the safety, quality, or efficiency of existing systems.
• Manage Projects: Oversee projects related to equipment upgrades, expansions, or replacements, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop Documentation: Author and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical reports, preventive maintenance plans, and other critical documentation.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of direct, hands‑on experience with manufacturing equipment maintenance and commissioning; experience with CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization), lapping, or wafer polishing is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software and experience with equipment monitoring, data collection, and analysis.
• A data‑driven mindset with a strong understanding of key manufacturing metrics (e.g., uptime, MTBF, MTTR, yield) and a passion for improving them.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. Our benefits begin as early as your first day of employment. Medical and vision coverage are retroactive to your start date, while dental and voluntary benefits take effect once you’ve completed your enrollment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Physical Requirements

• Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• This position will often: sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms, lift below and above shoulders, bend, twist at the waist, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, see, use fine finger manipulation, and complete repetitive motions.
• Some tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs.
• Some tasks may require driving or the use of foot controls.
• Lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds.