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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.
We’re looking for an ambitious senior mechanical engineer to take responsibility for designing equipment and facilities systems, working across multiple engineering disciplines. You'll be working with an experienced team of mechanical and electrical engineers to take a pragmatic approach to equipment and facility design. You’ll be responsible for whole projects, pulling in the talents of others when needed.
This position will work out of our South San Francisco location.
Responsibilities
- Designing, building, testing, and optimizing systems for high-volume vacuum manufacturing equipment
- Prototyping and integration of new system functions to enhance existing equipment
- Managing multiple suppliers to construct parts and assemblies on time and within budget
- Effective communication skills and ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years of applicable engineering design and prototyping experience
- The ideal candidate will possess experience in 2D and 3D CAD (such as AutoCAD and Solidworks), proficiency in PDM and/or PLM software and systems, experience with equipment design, including frames sheet metal and machine parts, piping design.
- Knowledge of facilities systems and methods (including piping, gas systems, compressed air, etc.), and expertise in designing robust manufacturing facilities (layout, material flow, automation).
- Strong analytical skills to investigate and come up with solutions across multiple systems within a facility
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. Our benefits begin as early as your first day of employment. Medical and vision coverage are retroactive to your start date, while dental and voluntary benefits take effect once you’ve completed your enrollment.
Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
Diamond Foundry Inc. is committed to operating in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our manufacturing and engineering departments adhere to the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. Additionally, these departments may have specific physical requirements to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that promotes both legal compliance and the optimal functioning of our manufacturing and engineering processes.
Manufacturing and Engineering Departments Physical Requirements:
-Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
-This position will often: Sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms, lift below and above shoulders, bend, twist at the waist, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, see, use fine finger manipulation, and complete repetitive motions.
-Some tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs
-Some tasks may require driving or the use of foot controls
-Lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pound
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Diamond Foundry San Francisco, California, USA Office
San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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