Current Opportunity

Nanofabrication Engineer (Full-Time): Lead our R&D and cleanroom operations.

Location: Cambridge, MA (The Engine, MIT.nano, and Harvard’s Center for Nanoscale Systems) 

Job Type: Full-time

We are currently seeking a foundational member for our technical team. This is a rare opportunity to join as our first full-time engineering hire, helping to build and accelerate our R&D from the ground up.

The Opportunity

You won’t just be assisting in the lab; you will take ownership of critical R&D and nanofabrication processes. Working at state-of-the-art facilities like MIT.nano and Harvard’s Center for Nanoscale Systems, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and scaling our novel patterning technology. We are looking for a hands-on problem-solver who is excited to tackle the complex challenges of bringing a next-gen technology from "lab to fab".

Key Responsibilities

  • Process Development: Independently design, execute, and optimize lithographic patterning processes using electron beam (e-beam) and other advanced techniques.

  • Cleanroom Operations: Take ownership of daily cleanroom activities, ensuring all work is conducted safely, efficiently, and with high precision.

  • Formulation & Metrology: Prepare, coat (spin coating, baking, developing), and characterize novel chemical formulations and processed semiconductor wafers.

  • Advanced Characterization: Perform rigorous sample analysis using metrology tools, including Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), and ellipsometry.

  • Experimentation & Analysis: Design and execute complex experiments (including Design of Experiments) to refine material formulations and optimize processing conditions.

  • Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense to identify, diagnose, and solve problems.

  • Documentation & Reporting: Meticulously document experimental procedures and results, analyzing data to present clear, actionable findings directly to the founding team.

  • Safety: Manage safe handling of hazardous chemicals and help establish robust safety protocols.

Who You Are

  • Educational Background: You hold a B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Nanoscale Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline.

  • Cleanroom Veteran: You have proven experience (academic, internship, or 1–2+ years industry) working in a cleanroom and operating nanofabrication equipment.

  • Technical Expert: You possess direct hands-on experience with lithographic processes (e-beam or optical), spin coating, baking, and chemical development.

  • Analytical Problem-Solver: You are driven to find the root cause of problems and possess strong critical-thinking skills.

  • Startup Mindset: You are proactive, resourceful, and adaptable; eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment where you will wear many hats.

  • Communicator: You have excellent organizational skills and the ability to clearly document and present complex data.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills:

  • Direct, in-depth experience with electron beam (e-beam) lithography.

  • Experience with material formulation, polymer chemistry, or chemical synthesis.

  • Familiarity with statistical analysis tools (e.g., JMP) and DOE methodologies.

Why Join VioNano?

  • Foundational Impact: As the first engineering hire, you will play a critical role in shaping the company's core technology, R&D processes, and culture.

  • Direct Mentorship: Partner directly with the co-founders and industry experts.

  • World-Class Facilities: Work daily with world-class nanofabrication and characterization equipment at MIT.nano and Harvard’s Center for Nanoscale Systems.

  • Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful equity ownership in an early-stage venture.

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant hands-on experience and your excitement for joining an early-stage deep-tech company. Email us at careers@vionano.com.