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Research & Development Engineer 2 (4757C) - NanoLab

About Berkeley
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Departmental Overview
The College of Engineering at UC Berkeley provides oversight support for the Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory (NanoLab). The NanoLab is an interdisciplinary recharge facility whose primary goals are to foster research and education in semiconductor manufacturing, micro/nanofabrication techniques, and interdisciplinary applications of microfabrication. The laboratory is a unique 15,000 sq. ft. ultra-clean facility that houses over 170 pieces of semiconductor process equipment serving the research needs of more than 500 researchers and faculty.

This position is integral for successful operations and involves professional engineering and technician support as part of academic instructional lab and/or research projects. Engineering activities include the design, construction, testing of experimental systems, operation of analytical systems, and documentation. Under minimal direction of the Research and Development Engineering Manager, this position is responsible for providing professional engineering development and maintenance support of facilities and equipment in the NanoLab.

Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: February 28, 2025 - Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

• 30% Equipment and Process Development:
  Provide full range of professional engineering services to research projects; meet with research staff in the design and development phase. Meet with Principal Investigators and research personnel to design equipment modifications to meet special semiconductor process needs or to resolve equipment issues.
• 30% Equipment Troubleshooting and Repair:
  Troubleshoot and repair electronics and vacuum systems, including DC, RF, and microwave power supplies; and high-purity gas delivery systems.
• 15% Equipment Maintenance:
  Schedule and perform preventative maintenance. Maintain a spare parts inventory and liaise with vendors for support services.
• 10% Documentation:
  Provide engineering information and advice to Principal Investigators and write, edit and revise equipment manuals and support documents.
• 5% Reporting:
  Gather, analyze, prepare and summarize annual and semi-annual reports.
• 5% Training:
  Provide direction, guidance, and training to less experienced engineers and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge necessary to apply principles, practices and procedures in the completion of assignments.
• Demonstrated organizational and decision-making abilities.
• Strong analytical and judgment skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead others.
• A.A.S, E.E.T. or Bachelor's degree in science or engineering or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience with semiconductor equipment support and facilities engineering.

Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Conviction History Background
This position requires fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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