R&D Technologist
Job Title: R&D Technologist
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Duration: 06 Months
Job Description:
INTRODUCTION
Silicon Valley Technology Center’s (SVTC) Applications Engineering Laboratories are focused on supporting rapid prototyping and applications development for customer-driven projects, in addition to internal R&D initiatives. The laboratories serve a range of high impact business sectors, including advanced packaging and microfabrication, rigid and flexible printed circuit boards, thermal management, optics, and high-speed communication.
THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The engineer specializing in prototyping & fabrication is expected to serve as the on-site technical focal point for diverse range of prototyping and fabrication techniques, including the development of advanced and Client fabrication methods serving a diverse and dynamic project portfolio of applications development work typical for SVTC. The successful candidate will lead fabrication components of critical projects and assist in the testing and characterization of fabricated products.
KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Engineer specializing in prototyping and fabrication techniques, including development of advanced/non-standard methods for unique applications
Adept at hands-on lab work, creative thinking, problem solving in a unique and fast-paced applications engineering laboratory environment
Perform tasks and lead fabrication projects primarily involving 3D printing, CNC milling, large format routing, and lamination
Work closely with team of engineers / technical specialists in support of a broad project portfolio, including optical, thermal, and mechanical characterization
Basic data analysis and statistics experience is expected
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member with a diverse group of people
QUALIFICATION PROFILE:
Required: B.S. degree in mechanical engineering or other machinist curriculum and experience that required significant hands-on training
Preferred: 1-3 years of hands-on experience working in a laboratory with fabrication/prototyping equipment
Experience working with basic shop tools
Experience working with CNC mill and 3D printers
Experience using CAD and CAM software, such as SolidWorks, including the ability to produce professional engineering drawings
Experience with basic materials characterization and metrology equipment, such as stress-strain testers, confocal microscopes, etc. is preferred
Well organized, attention to detail, excellent presentation/communication skills