Nanofabrication Equipment Technician

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Nanofabrication Equipment Technician

Nestled in the vibrant innovation hub of San Diego, CA, Fabric8Labs is redefining what's possible with metal 3D printing. Our patented Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM) process unlocks new frontiers and applications in advanced manufacturing. With the momentum of a successful Series B funding round, we're scaling up to bring our groundbreaking technology to market.

As a Nanofabrication Equipment Technician, you'll be a crucial part of the team! You’ll be working directly on supporting our core technology!

Backed by industry giants like Intel Capital, TDK Ventures, NEA, Stanley Black and Decker, and Mark Cuban: Fabric8Labs is not just a company, but a launchpad for those eager to push boundaries, think differently, and make a lasting impact on the future of manufacturing. If you are ready to turn bold ideas into reality, we'd love to have you onboard.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) on nanofabrication equipment. Primarily Sputter (PVD) tools but also lithography, wet processing, and metrology tools
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, vacuum, gas delivery, RF, and control system issues
• Diagnose tool failures using schematics, manuals, SPC data, and system logs
• Calibrate and qualify equipment after maintenance or repairs
• Partner with process engineers to optimize tool performance and minimize variation
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, spare parts inventory, and service documentation
• Support tool installations, decommissioning, and facility upgrades
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom protocols and EHS requirements
• Respond to tool-down situations in a timely and structured manner
• Perform cleanroom and facility checks.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in nanofabrication or microfabrication processes in a production cleanroom environment.
• High attention to detail and note taking skills.
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced research and development environment with ability to adapt and learn new processes quickly.
• 2 years of proven related industry experience

Why Work at Fabric8Labs?

• We pay a competitive salary and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: equity/stock option grant, health, dental and vision plans; 401(k) with a generous employer match; and an unmetered vacation policy. Plus our break room is always stocked!
• We are a collaborative, cross-functional and driven team working on cutting-edge technology and research. Your voice truly matters; we want your perspective at the table.
• We celebrate with our employees: regular catered company events and celebrations.

Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications. The expected salary range for this role is $48,000 to $62,000 annually.

Fabric8Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pay: $48,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person