Thin Film R&D Engineer Intern

Keysight Technologies; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Thin Film Engineering Intern to support process development and manufacturing improvement in a thin film microfabrication environment. You will gain hands-on experience with deposition, lithography, etching, and laser processes while partnering with engineers and technicians.

The role emphasizes designing fixtures, using CAD for engineering drawings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve production capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical design principles and CAD software through coursework or projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic proficiency in a Thin Film manufacturing workcenter: deposition, lithography, electroplating, dry etching, or laser.
• Design, prototype, and improve substrate holding fixtures and manufacturing tooling.
• Utilize CAD software to develop mechanical designs and engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to identify tooling challenges and implement solutions.
• Support fabrication, testing, and validation of new fixture designs.
• Evaluate fixture performance and recommend continuous improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing engineering interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Sophomore-level coursework completed

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Keysight Technologies in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Thin Film Engineering Intern to support process development and manufacturing improvement in a thin film microfabrication environment. You will gain hands-on experience with deposition, lithography, etching, and laser processes while partnering with engineers and technicians.

The role emphasizes designing fixtures, using CAD for engineering drawings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve production capabilities.