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Fabrication Technician

AttoTude · Berkeley, CAtoday
$90k – $150k

Execute and refine micro/nanofab process flows in the Berkeley Nanolab cleanroom, running lithography, etch and thin-film deposition tools.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on with RIE/DRIE, sputtering, PECVD and SEM in UC Berkeley's shared-user Nanolab, with a path into process engineering

Mostly at the benchHands-on executionFast-pacedSmall team First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleOperate thin film deposition (evaporation, sputtering, PECVD), photolithography (spin coaters), RIE/DRIE etching, ellipsometry and SEM in a nanofab cleanroom

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Industry
Semiconductor
Role
Process Engineering
Techniques
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Role details

Job Title: Fabrication Technician Company: AttoTude Location: Berkeley Nanolab (UC Berkeley) Position Type: Full-time Position Overview AttoTude is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Technician 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 process flows 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) Dry and wet etching tools (RIE, DRIE, wet etch) Thin film deposition systems (evaporation, sputtering, PECVD) 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 Follow all Berkeley Nanolab safety, chemical handling, and cleanroom protocols Contribute to continuous improvement of AttoTude fabrication workflows Required Qualifications • Prior experience working in a micro- or nanofabrication cleanroom (academic, industrial, or internship experience acceptable) • Familiarity with semiconductor, MEMS, or nanofabrication processes • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow and refine complex process flows • Excellent organizational and documentation skills • Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a small technical team Preferred Qualifications 2–10+ years of hands-on cleanroom fabrication experience • Experience in a shared-user academic or national lab facility • Interest in growing into a process or device engineering role • Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced R&D environment Annual Salary Range $90,000 — $150,000 USD

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What is the salary for the Fabrication Technician role at AttoTude?

The listed annual base salary range is $90K–$150K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does AttoTude sponsor H-1B visas?

AttoTude has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Fabrication Technician role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Fabrication Technician role at AttoTude based?

This role is based in Berkeley, CA.

What degree is required for the Fabrication Technician role at AttoTude?

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What techniques or methods are required for this Fabrication Technician role?

optical microscopy, profilometry, ellipsometry, SEM.