Process Engineer (Amherst)

Company

Myrias Optics, Inc. is a fast-growing startup using proprietary nanoimprint technology to revolutionize the way optical components and systems are conceptualized, designed, and manufactured. The company is positioned to disrupt markets across a wide range of applications including consumer electronics, AR, 3D scanners and LiDAR, imaging systems, optical communications, medical equipment, optical computing and more. Our unique all-inorganic imprinted optics enable metalenses, diffractive optics, waveguides all manufactured using wafer level process. By removing any organic material, we not only eliminate environmental and reliability issues but at the same time enable more complex designs with unmatched optical performance and highly cost-effective manufacturing.

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POSITION – Process Engineer

Reporting to the Technical Director, the Process Engineer will collaborate with a talented team of engineers and scientists to help develop and manufacture cutting-edge Myrias Optics components and systems. Specifically, this position will support Myrias’ nanoimprint ink development efforts, working with our process and characterization teams to optimize the formulations and process conditions to enable imprinted optical devices with high performance, high yield and new functionality. This position will also be responsible for transitioning the technology to our manufacturing team whose goal will be to bring a high volume, high yield nanoimprint process to market for our optical components and subsystems. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and capable engineer to gain expertise in the growing fields of meta-optics, waveguides, and diffractive optics. Together, we can shape next-generation optical systems for consumer devices, AR, medical instrumentation, automobiles, robotics, and more.

POSITION TYPE:  Full time, on-site

SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $90,000

LOCATION:  Amherst, MA 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process and formulation development: 

• Work closely with the Myrias process, characterization and manufacturing teams to develop and optimize ink formulations meeting product requirements and production standards
• Work with our manufacturing team to transitioning fabrication knowledge and processing techniques for all-inorganic nanoimprinting to high volume production, including formulations, stamp making and imprint processes
• Assist with fabrication of components and systems based on Myrias’ proprietary materials and processes meeting quality and optical performance specifications 
• Conduct comprehensive nanoimprint ink tests and optimization, including formulation, imprinting, and post processing (calcination, ashing, etching, atomic layer deposition and/or overcoating) 
• Performing metrology for fabricated components by top-down and cross-sectional scanning electron microscopy, variable angle spectroscopic ellipsometry, UV-Vis-NIR spectrometry and contact angle measurements 
• Work with Myrias optical characterization team to feedback optical test results into process optimization efforts to enabling a closed loop process 
• Familiarity with characterization and testing of optical devices, including the use of lenses, mirrors, light sources, fiber optics, cameras, lasers, and other optical devices is a strong plus 
• Establish detailed and thorough documentation for all operating procedures and production processes
• Assist in expand Myrias’ fabrication capabilities by identifying and implementing new process improvements
• Development and maintain comprehensive database of research data, sample/product travelers, characterization and yield data, and sample histories 
• Provide technical guidance and feedback to management for more efficient workflow 
• Create detailed internal reviews and customer product reports 
• Assist in providing customer support for new designs and products
• Monitor and participate in safe clean room practices

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, material science, electrical engineering or equivalent technical discipline. A Master’s degree is a plus, Ph.D. Preferred 
• 5+ years of industrial experience working with optical materials
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering, processing and optical testing and metrology 
• Expertise in imprint or nanofabrication processes 
• Experience with atomic layer deposition systems, high temperature oven, etching tools, ashers and evaporation tools 
• Expertise with standard characterization tools like scanning electron microscopy, variable angle spectroscopic ellipsometry, UV/Vis/NIR spectroscopy and laser table characterization
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex datasets and validate system performance 
• Experience with document control best practices 
• Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills 
• Experience with polymers, inorganic materials and chemicals with strong understanding of nanoparticle composites and binding chemistry 
• The ability to problem-solve and trouble shoot complications safely 
• Experience collaborating within and between personnel with multi-disciplinary backgrounds 
• Familiar with the startup or early-stage business environment 
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with a hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves mentality

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Compensation Package, including equity 
• Full Medical, Vision and Dental plans 
• Insurance: Company paid disability insurance 
• Paid time off: Vacation and sick time 

EEO Statement

Myrias Optics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume in .pdf format with a title of “[First name] [last name] Resume” to [email protected].