
Posted 4 months ago
Sr. Principal Metrology Engineer
Bay Area, CaliforniaOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Lead metrology initiatives and develop advanced characterization techniques for single-crystal diamond materials; establish measurement protocols, implement SPC, and partner with manufacturing to integrate metrology into production workflows.
About this role
Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$B expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.
Our Materials Science & Metrology team plays a crucial role in ensuring quality, precision, and consistency of our single crystal diamond technology. We are seeking a Snr. Principal Metrology Engineer to lead metrology initiatives, develop advanced characterization techniques, and drive improvement in quality and process control. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, process engineering, and manufacturing, to establish robust measurement methodologies, improve metrology capabilities, and ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. This role requires expertise in advanced characterization techniques, failure and data analysis within a semiconductor-like environment.
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AFMAOICMPEBDFDTRJMPLFAMatlabPythonSEMSPCTDTRWafer CharacterizationWLI
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