Principal Laser Process Engineer

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.Diamond Foundry is seeking a Principal Laser Process Engineer to oversee the deployment and optimization of high-power laser machines across our various facilities. You will coordinate the development of new ablative processes by working with cross-functional teams of mechanical, electrical, automation, optical, software, and systems engineers to improve and deploy these technologies company-wide. In addition to performing hands-on experiments and developing cutting-edge processes, you’ll be helping mentor team members in performing rigorous, well-designed experiments and making fact-based decisions.

Responsibilities

• Optimize high-power ablative laser processes to deliver micron-precision dimensional modification of diamond at high yields and throughput.
• As a principal engineer, you will not only perform hands-on experiments but also mentor team members in using lab and production equipment to generate data-driven process improvements.
• Lead key projects focused on equipment and automation improvements to support scalable manufacturing.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, overseeing laser and related processes while optimizing process controls and data collection to drive continuous improvement.
• Revolutionize high-power ablative systems to create world-leading throughput and precision performance.

Requirements

$150,000 - $180,000 a yearThe position is eligible for company shares. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s job duties, experience, and expertise. We will also consider higher level candidates and salary will be adjusted accordingly.