Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer – Atomica

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. Do you want to play a role in the next generation of technologies improving the planet? We build tiny technologies (MEMS) that empower tomorrow's innovations.

This hardware engineering position partners closely with the test engineering team to develop integrated hardware and software test platforms. These platforms support system-level benchtop characterization, wafer-level probing interfaces, and FPGA-to-socket solutions for outsourced production testing. Responsibilities include test platform bring‑up through PCB schematic and layout design, as well as development of autonomous test programs for simple and robust operator‑driven execution.

The role also collaborates with the applications team to design and implement hardware and software for customer R&D evaluation and characterization. This position directly supports Cenfire’s customer discovery initiatives and product inventory efforts. It requires advanced board designs for characterizing high‑power, low leakage/capacitance, and high‑speed/RF applications.

• Develop and deploy test platforms and programs at OSATs for scaled tests
• Develop evaluation modules for customer samples
• Collaborate with OSATs and EAG for test scale
• Test platform redesign/optimization for increased test coverage/throughput

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering
• PCB design experience (schematic and layout placement/optimization)
• Test automation programming (Verilog/C++/Python/Lab View)
• Data analysis (Python/JMP)
• Test platform design and integration
• Integrated device characterization

• Amazing growth and learning opportunities in MEMS
• Competitive Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plan
• Continuing education opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Catered in‑office lunches

Want to live in paradise? Life in Santa Barbara is just that. Cenfire is sandwiched between the beautiful Santa Ynez mountains and the pristine Central California coastline. The weather? Absolutely gorgeous. No more shoveling snow or hiding from tornadoes! Within 5 minutes from the office, you will find rich local culture, world class schools, airport for convenient travel, festivals, and excellent options to wine and dine.

We have had employees move from all over the country and say life has never been better!

Hardware Engineer
$80,000 - $100,000
Cenfire encourages inquiries from candidates at all levels where pay will be based on experience*

Atomica Corp. unleashes the power of Micro Electro‑Mechanical Systems (MEMS) to help solve the great problems of our time. Utilizing a uniquely collaborative approach to development and manufacturing, it partners with innovative companies to deliver breakthrough MEMS-based solutions in cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, cell therapy, molecular diagnostics, genomics, 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), and more. Atomica is the largest MEMS foundry in the USA, serving customers from its 130,000 ft² manufacturing campus (including a 30,000 ft² class 100 cleanroom) in Santa Barbara, California.

The company is ISO 9001 certified and ITAR registered. Its extensive experience spans the full spectrum of MEMS, including photonics, sensors, microfluidic biochips, and other micro components.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Semiconductor Manufacturing