Prototype Technician, Electromechanical
Berkeley, California
Hardware Platform /
Full-time /
On-site
About Atomic Machines:
Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era in micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler (MC) technology. The MC enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by offering manufacturing processes and a materials library that is inaccessible to semiconductor manufacturing methods. The MC promises to unlock MEMS manufacturing both for the many device classes that never could be made by semiconductor methods but also to open up entirely new classes. Furthermore, the MC is fully digital in the way 3D printing is digital, but where 3D printing produces parts of a single material using a single process, the MC is a multi-process, multi-material technology: bits and raw materials go in and complete, functional micromachines come out. The Atomic Machines team has also created an exciting first device – one that was only made possible by the existence of the Matter Compiler – that we will be unveiling to the world soon.
Our offices are in Berkeley and Santa Clara, California.
About this Role:
- As a electromechanical prototype technician, you will work on a multitude of projects in a highly dynamic workplace. The ability to prioritize and manage your time, attention to detail, and understanding of complex electromechanical systems are all important in this role. We are looking for a self-starter willing to grow their skill set and actively improve our processes—previous hands-on experience in a development or prototype environment. Working closely with engineering, you will interpret drawings and build to specifications.
What You’ll Do:
- Assemble, rework, troubleshoot, maintain, and test new designs of machines that perform a complex automated manufacturing process. SMT soldering and wire harness fabrication.
- SMT soldering, wire harness fabrication, integration, and test.
- Collaborate with engineering.
- Build and rework assemblies and sub-assemblies in our prototype shop.
- Work with engineering to produce electro-mechanical assembly documentation and work instructions. Building, troubleshooting and reworking electromechanical assemblies.
- Build, troubleshoot and rework electromechanical assemblies.
What You’ll Need:
- Hands-on hardware assembly skills in both mechanical and electrical systems, including small precision work and large-scale systems.
- Experience with debugging complex electromechanical systems.
- Experience operating and remote controlling benchtop lab electronics (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- An eye for detail and organization.
- Read and interpret CAD drawingsRead schematics for troubleshooting and build.
- Laser and optical system experience.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Experience with office software (MS Office or Google Docs.)
- Basic metrology or inspection experience (e.g., using calipers, micrometers, multimeters, etc.)
- Eagerness to learn and take on more responsibilities over time.
- Wire harness assembly and soldering certification (IPC-610, IPC-620, or J-Standard-001.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.
- 5+ years of industry experience.
- Bonus Points For: Experience operating lab metrology instruments (microscopes, SEM, profilometers, etc.)
- Good software literacy; ability to use command line interfaces, read and understand automation device manuals and debug software-controlled systems.
$40 - $60 an hour
We prioritize our employees' well-being through a comprehensive benefits package, generous PTO, and equity.
