Epitaxy Hardware Engineer, Augmented Reality

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8 years of experience as a Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, or Product Engineer
• 5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment, fabrication, or contract manufacturing environment
• 5 years of experience in III-N epitaxy equipment engineering

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience troubleshooting and problem-solving in equipment engineering as well as leading tool installation
• Understanding of equipment engineering related to semiconductor and facility support equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to resolve complex issues and analyze equipment schematics for advanced troubleshooting
• Ability to communicate cross-functionally (e.g., verbally, emails, reports, technical documents)

About the job

Be part of a diverse team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

The AR Hardware - Raxium team is building a new type of display -- a beautiful, full color and high resolution display that the world has never seen. The Epi Hardware team is supporting this mission. We maintain, problem solve, develop new methodologies, and hardware to improve our process and productivity.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $134,000-$198,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities

• Maintain, improve, and optimize epitaxial growth reactors used in the most challenging epitaxial crystal growth process in the world: monolithic InGaN red, green, and blue micro LED displays.
• Learn about epitaxial growth tools and technology from experienced staff including control equipment, vacuum technology, and leading-edge parts cleaning technology.
• Working with epi process engineers, optimize maintenance, and tool qualification methodologies as we ramp production.
• Utilize in-house failure analysis resources to drive improvements in parts cleaning and maintenance cycles.
• Own and drive maintenance, gaining experience leading a team of experienced technicians.