"Development Technician 4 (7171C) - NanoLab"

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Departmental Overview

The Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory (NanoLab) and the NanoLab Machine Shop are independently managed recharge operations that exist within the UCB College of Engineering. The Machine Shop's primary objective is to support NanoLab mechanical and facilities requirements. The NanoLab is a 15,000 sq. ft. ultra-clean, particle free facility that houses over 150 pieces of semiconductor equipment, which serves the research needs of over 500 researchers yearly. The Machine Shop is equipped with band saws, drill press, table saw, sheet metal tooling, MIG/TIG welding, 3D printer, manual & CNC mills and lathes including a 5-axis HAAS VF2. The shop can produce precision machine work with tolerances to .001' for all types of metals, composites, plastics and woods. The shop has the capability to weld both ferrous and non-ferrous metals ranging from .020' thin stainless steel to 1' thick aluminum. The shop specializes in ultra-high vacuum system fabrication and orbital welding. The Machine Shop supports research and education facilities and equipment in the areas of integrated circuits and systems; micro/nanofabrication technologies for integrated microelectronics, optics and MEMS; and advanced materials design and development for a wide range of interdisciplinary applications. The Machine Shop provides rigging, installation, design, fabrication, modification and repair of specialized precision instruments and specialized support systems to all College of Engineering departments and other UCB departments or campuses.

Under the supervision of the Machine Shop Engineering Technical Supervisor, the Development Technician is responsible for siting, facilitating, developing, supporting, repairing, and modifying semiconductor processing and nanotechnology equipment for the Nanofabrication Laboratory and for faculty research laboratories and support spaces throughout the College of Engineering. In addition, the Development Technician monitors and evaluates operation of various specialized laboratory utilities, such as air, compressed gases, nitrogen, oxygen, heating ventilating and air conditioning, cooling water and process waste streams. Semiconductor research facilities are among the most complex, costly, and technically demanding research facilities. Included in the mission of the NanoLab Machine Shop in Cory Hall is supporting such an operation.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: October 2, 2025 - Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

• 50% Equipment and Facilities Support: Under supervision, install, facilitate, repair and maintain environment to accommodate semiconductor processing and nanotechnology equipment. Equipment includes analytical systems for measuring thin films and semiconductor substrate properties, bonders, chillers, dicing saws, rapid thermal processors, photolithography track and exposure tools, sputter systems, etchers, atmospheric and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition furnaces, process cooling water systems and vacuum systems. Respond quickly to equipment problem reports. Update status, repair and document systems using the NanoLab computer and software programs. Design and custom fit bulk-headed systems to existing clean-room environment. Requires custom clean room wall fabrication. These are non-construction air barriers for separation of laboratory clean space and return air chase.
• 30% Design and Fabrication: Assist in preparing and revising working drawings based on established designs or prior work. Fabricate devices and components following existing specifications. Select materials from approved options and standard practices.
• 10% Documentation: Understand and use the Mercury database to mark equipment status, enable tools, enter comments and problem reports and add needed support documents. Write, edit and revise equipment manuals, support documents, startup and shutdown procedures, and additional reports as needed. Utilizing the Machine Shop Jobs Management System, maintain up-to-date records of assignments. Track and document job status. Maintain spare parts and a database of parts sources for assigned equipment.
• 10% Assist in the development of, and follow standard operating procedures and best known methods for safety and to prevent injuries: Practice and comply with safe working practices to assure personal safety and safety to the lab environment for colleagues and researchers. Understand and work within guidelines to protect the environment. Provide guidance and training to less experienced engineers, staff and researchers. Offer instruction and training in support of staff development and equipment, support, and repair.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and five years of technical and craft experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to MIG & TIG Weld.
• Ability to operate machine shop equipment such as milling machines, lathes, saws, hand tools, etc.
• Ability to design and make working drawings using CAD software.
• Ability to operate wood working equipment such as table saws, Miter Saws, Router.
• Ability to work from drawings, blueprints, sketches and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Design, documentation, drawing and layout skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MSDS corrosive/toxic chemicals and gases.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $35.33 to $46.73 hourly. This is a 100% FTE career position eligible for full benefits. This position is FLSA Non-exempt and paid biweekly.