Electron Optics Engineer

Join to apply for the Electron Optics Engineer role at Atomic Semi1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Electron Optics Engineer role at Atomic SemiGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by Atomic Semi. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$117,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yrAbout Atomic SemiAtomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab.It’s already possible to build this with today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’ll build the tools ourselves so we can quickly iterate and improve.We’re building a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We’ll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology.Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better.We believe our team and lab can build anything. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment - and whatever is missing, we’ll just invent along the way.Atomic was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.About The TeamThe positioning team is responsible for designing, prototyping and building semiconductor fab equipment and subsystems related to lithography, motion and metrology.About The RoleThe electron optics engineer is a hands-on design role that will be directly involved with prototyping and production of precision beam transport systems for Atomic Semi’s custom semiconductor tooling. In this position, you would be applying optical theory to the charged particle domain to evaluate design concepts, and then taking them from white board to reality. We are seeking candidates with experience rapidly prototyping components for complex systems, and a first-principles mindset to analysis and design. Expect working through difficult design challenges, rapid iteration, lab experiments/collection of data, debugging hardware, and making exciting discoveries.ResponsibilitiesDesign, analysis, and bring-up of electron-optical systems and related equipment including electron sources, lenses, detectors, beam steering, vacuum chambers, etc.Create innovative solutions utilizing novel electron optical techniquesElectrostatics simulation, mechanical design, high vacuum, ray optics analysis.Gathering requirements for designs to facilitate successful bring up of new semiconductor toolingInterface with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and process engineersRequired Experience2+ years of research or industry experience working with precision electron or ion beam systemsAnalysis of charged particle optical systemsMechanical CADHigh vacuum assemblies and component selectionHands-on experience building, prototyping, and assembling complex systemsNice-to-haveElectronics skills: usage of oscilloscopes, basic circuit design, grounding + shieldingLight-based optics experienceBeam profiling, beam diagnosticsTolerance analysis of electron beam systemsWorking at Atomic SemiWe’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, pensation: Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $117,000 – $160,000. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in Atomic Semi.Benefits: Atomic Semi offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick TimeVisa SponsorshipLife and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave401(k) retirement planWeekly Learning & Development opportunitiesCommuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the officeLunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and SpindriftsWe are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. 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Created: 2025-09-17