Precision Mechanical Engineer

To apply for the Precision Mechanical Engineer position at Atomic Semi, candidates should have at least 2 years of industry experience in designing and building mechanical systems for real-world applications. It's essential to possess a solid understanding of mechanical design and analysis, along with hands-on prototyping, fabrication, and assembly skills. Knowledge of component sourcing and selection is also vital, while light coding and scripting, metrology and sensor experience, and familiarity with precision engineering are nice-to-haves.

As a Precision Mechanical Engineer at Atomic Semi, your key responsibilities will include designing and iterating machines, subsystems, test fixtures, inspection tools, and sensors. You’ll also create detailed mechanical designs for various structures, mechanisms, and components. Rapid prototyping and testing of new designs will be a big part of your role, as well as sourcing and selecting components with an eye on cost, reliability, and performance.

Absolutely! At Atomic Semi, we believe in the continuous growth and development of our team members. We offer weekly Learning & Development opportunities, enabling our Precision Mechanical Engineers to enhance their skills and knowledge in the dynamic field of semiconductor technology. We’re committed to fostering a collaborative and engaging environment where everyone can thrive.

Atomic Semi offers a competitive compensation package for Precision Mechanical Engineers, with an annual salary range of up to $180,000. Compensation is tailored to your individual qualifications and experience, and additionally, our total package includes generous equity options, ensuring that our engineers are motivated and rewarded for their contributions.

The work culture at Atomic Semi is vibrant, inclusive, and firmly rooted in innovation. As a Precision Mechanical Engineer, you'll be part of a small but highly skilled team in a state-of-the-art lab environment located in San Francisco. We value open communication, teamwork, and a hands-on approach to problem solving, creating an energetic atmosphere where creativity flourishes and great ideas come to life.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects you've worked on and elaborate on the processes you undertook, including design methodologies and prototyping techniques. Use quantifiable results or achievements to demonstrate your impact.

Discuss your methodology for balancing cost, reliability, and performance when sourcing components. Mention any tools or frameworks you use to evaluate options, and perhaps share past experiences where your choices led to successful outcomes in previous projects.

Explain your process for rapid prototyping and the importance of testing in the design cycle. Share examples of how quick iterations have led to improved designs and how you gather and implement feedback during this process.

List the specific software tools you are familiar with, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and briefly discuss how you've used them in your previous roles to enhance your design work.

Talk about your approach to validating designs through testing and inspections before finalizing them. Additionally, include how you document your findings and incorporate feedback into your designs to enhance performance and reliability.

Choose a specific project that had significant challenges. Detail the obstacles, your engineering thought processes, and the steps you took to overcome them. Highlight your problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Speak to the importance of teamwork in engineering projects and how you foster collaboration among team members. Provide examples where collaboration led to successful outcomes and how you handle conflicts or differing opinions.

Share your strategies for managing time effectively and prioritizing tasks when faced with tight deadlines or multiple responsibilities. Offer examples of how successful time management impacted past projects positively.

Discuss the methods you employ for professional development, such as following industry publications, attending workshops, or being part of online communities. This shows your commitment to staying informed and growing as a professional.

Make this answer personal by sharing what excites you about Atomic Semi's work in semiconductor technology. Discuss your alignment with their goals of innovation and efficiency, and what unique skills you bring to the table that would contribute to their mission.