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Nanofabrication Engineer

Job in Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Listing for: Photonic Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-27
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Research Scientist, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 94200 - 130000 CAD Yearly CAD 94200.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Nanofabrication Engineer
Department:  Nanofabrication

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

British Columbia, Canada

Compensation:  The base annual salary range for this full-time role is between $94,200-$130,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary across all Canadian locations. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs.

Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Description
Nanofabrication Engineers at Photonic are an integral part of our nanofab team. In this role, you will develop and execute the routines and processes that enable Photonic’s next generation of quantum chips. As a team player with deep expertise in semiconductor device fabrication, you will spend a significant portion of your time in the cleanroom while also collaborating daily with a diverse, multidisciplinary group of engineers, scientists, and technical team members.

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO DO

Develop routines and processes to fabricate Photonic's next generation of chips. Processes are diverse and may include ion implantation, photo- and electron-beam lithography, wet and plasma processing, material deposition, wafer thinning, dicing, and packaging

Develop new capabilities to deposit and grow high quality thin films using PVD, CVD, and/or MBE techniques

Develop new processes to build novel hybrid wafer stacks

Execute routine but precision device processing to maintain highly reproducible results at an unprecedented yield

Do precision device characterization

Script, or modify data analysis codes

Maintain accurate and detailed records of all processes performed

Write operating procedures and result analysis reports

Interact regularly with materials and suppliers

Collaborate with a highly multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists

Present verbal and written findings to cross-functional teams

Contribute to solutions to complex engineering problems

Contribute to our IP portfolio

WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR TEAM

Master’s or Ph.D. degree in engineering, applied physics, materials science, or other relevant discipline.

Minimum of 5 years of work experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Deep experience with characterization equipment: SEM, TEM, XPS, XRD, FIB, SIMS, etc.

Strong hands-on experience in semiconductor device fabrication (preferably silicon photonics or Optical MEMS) demonstrated by a portfolio of fabricated devices

Experience with wafer bonding and thin-film layer transfer techniques

Experience with optical and electron lithography tools

Experience with data analysis software (MATLAB, Python, etc.)

Experience with layout data preparation and processing software

Experience in a research and/or research & development setting, involving micro/nanofabrication process development

Ability to work independently while also being a great team member

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Knowledge of superconducting thin-film materials is a plus

Knowledge of crystalline material growth with CVD is a plus

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US

Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing

Enjoy a fast-paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day

Inclusive company culture that values collaboration

Regular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected

Competitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending account

The description above is what we think an ideal candidate would look like for this role. At Photonic, we understand that everyone has a different work and life journey. If you feel your experience is close to what we've described, but you might not meet all the requirements, please still apply! All roles listed are for current vacancies. While artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in reviewing applicant profiles, they do not determine candidate outcomes.

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not algorithms. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences, knowing that these very differences inspire innovation and build better teams. If there are any accommodations our team can make throughout our hiring process, please let us know.

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