Staff Laser Process Engineer

Halo Industries, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Halo Industries, Inc. is seeking a Staff Laser Process Engineer to lead the development of advanced laser-based wafer manufacturing systems. The role requires a PhD and extensive experience in optical physics and hands-on skills with laser systems, important for the successful integration of novel fabrication technologies within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Free Food & Snacks

Stock Option Plan

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• PhD with >8 years or MS with >12 years experience.
• Strong hands-on skills in optical devices.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of laser-based semiconductor fabrication equipment.
• Conduct hands-on experiments for optical system characterization.
• Mentor and guide other engineers.

Skills

Optical physics fundamentals

Experimental data interpretation

Laser system alignment

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or Material Science

Tools

Optical simulation tools

Programming in Matlab

Programming in Python

Job description

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Halo Industries, Inc. provided pay range

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Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

The Company

Halo Industries, Inc., a pioneer in manufacturing innovation with light-based technologies, seeks a highly skilled System Integration Engineer to join our dynamic team. Our proprietary advancements replace traditional processes with novel light-based equivalents, offering higher quality, lower cost, and enhanced functionality. As we rapidly expand our operations, we're looking for a team to oversee our prototype systems' integration and verification activities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Staff Laser Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for the successful development of our cutting-edge laser-based wafer manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate will have expertise in light-matter interactions, optical fundamentals, and data analysis, along with a track record of resolving technical problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

As a Staff Laser Process Engineer, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of novel laser-based semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment
• Work closely with product managers and other stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
• Work in a team and contribute to the implementation of next-generation industrial semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Make key architectural decisions and influence the technical direction of a product
• Develop, operate and maintain laser materials processing setups and procedures
• Conduct hands-on experiments to characterize underlying physical effects in novel optical systems
• Use data analysis and simulation to propose design improvements based on experimental results
• Identify causal relationships between observed performance and design parameters
• Interpret empirical data and reconcile it with first principles via analytical and/or numerical simulations
• Summarize and present experimental results to team members
• Identify and solve systemic technical problems
• Mentor and guide other engineers
  
  
  

Requirements

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a PhD with >8 years of experience (or an MS with >12 years of work experience) in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or Material Science focusing on the development and experimental application of optical or laser devices and systems. In addition, the candidate would have the following specific qualifications:

• Understanding of optical physics fundamentals and how they apply to laser materials processing
• Strong hands-on skills in the alignment, test, and characterization of optical devices and laser systems
• Proficiency in the understanding of experimental data
• Experience with free-space optics
• Experience with data collection and data analysis
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor materials
• Experience in optical system design
• Familiarity with optical simulation tools and techniques, including ray tracing software
• Programming experience in Matlab or Python for instrument control
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency to work well in an interdisciplinary team environment, collaborating with mechanical engineers and materials experts
  
  
  

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Free Food & Snacks
• Stock Option Plan
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Base salary $160,000 - $180,000
  
  

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities in STEM. If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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