Full Job Description
AttoTude is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Technician or early-career Associate Process Engineer to support the development and execution of micro- and nanofabrication processes for our core technology. This role is based in the Berkeley Nanolab and works closely with AttoTude engineers and researchers to fabricate, iterate, and characterize devices in a fast-moving R&D environment.
This position is well-suited for either:
• An experienced fabrication technician who enjoys executing and improving complex process flows, or
• A recent undergraduate graduate who wants a highly hands-on role that can grow into a process or device engineering position over time.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and excited to work on cutting-edge fabrication challenges in a shared-user cleanroom.
Key Responsibilities
• Execute micro- and nanofabrication process flows in the Berkeley Nanolab cleanroom
• Operate fabrication equipment including:
• Photolithography tools (spin coaters, mask aligners, developers)
• Thin film deposition systems (evaporation, sputtering, PECVD)
• Dry and wet etching tools (RIE, DRIE, wet etch)
• Metrology and inspection tools (optical microscopy, profilometry, ellipsometry, SEM)
• Support process development, optimization, and repeatability for AttoTude devices
• Maintain detailed fabrication logs, travelers, and process documentation
• Identify, troubleshoot, and communicate process or tool issues impacting device yield
• Coordinate with Berkeley Nanolab staff on tool access, maintenance, and scheduling
• Follow all Berkeley Nanolab safety, chemical handling, and cleanroom protocols
• Contribute to continuous improvement of AttoTude fabrication workflows
For early-career candidates:
• Gradually take on increased ownership of process modules or device steps
• Participate in process integration discussions and experimental planning
• Learn to analyze yield, variability, and failure modes with guidance from senior engineers
Annual Salary Range
$90,000-$150,000 USD