Engineering Jobs in Santa Clara

Job Title: Senior Optical Interconnect Engineer

Job Location: Irvine, CA or San Jose, CA

Foxconn Interconnect Technology is seeking a Senior Optical Interconnect Engineer who are highly skilled Optical Backplane Connector Engineer to lead the development of next-generation optical interconnect solutions for high-performance computing and data center systems. This role combines deep technical expertise with system architecture insight, market awareness, and customer engagement.

Experience Preferred:

• Experience: 8–12+ years in optical connector/interconnect design, with demonstrated expertise in optical backplane architectures.
• Proven track record of delivering optical interconnect solutions from concept through production.
• Strong knowledge of optical physics, high-speed signal integrity, fiber management, and connector mechanical design.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, OIF, IEC, PCIe, etc.) relevant to optical and high-speed connectors.
• Experience with system-level architecture trade-offs, including electrical/optical co-design, thermal modeling, and reliability analysis.
• Proficient in optical design and simulation software such as Zemax, Trace Pro, Ansys, and SolidWorks.
• Customer-facing experience: ability to engage with key accounts, gather requirements, and present technical roadmaps.
• Marketing awareness: capability to benchmark competitors, identify market gaps, and align R&D to business opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and executive-level audiences.

Education: MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, or related field.

About Foxconn Interconnect Technology: Interconnect Technology, Inc. ("FIT") focuses on the development, manufacturing and marketing of electronic and optoelectronic connectors, antennas, acoustic components, cables and modules for applications in computers, communication equipment, consumer electronics, automobiles, industrial and green energy field products.

We offer our employees competitive compensation and world class benefits. In addition, we recognize the performance of the company, business unit and individual through our incentive and recognition programs. FIT is an equal opportunity employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

SBT is the exclusive retained recruiting firm for this position.

Company Overview

This confidential startup is a well-funded early-stage semiconductor company focused on advancing AI-driven design to address emerging challenges in the artificial intelligence ecosystem. The company is developing innovative technologies that leverage automation and machine learning to accelerate the design and development of complex analog semiconductor solutions. By applying AI to traditionally manual and time-intensive design processes, the organization aims to unlock faster innovation cycles and enable the next generation of AI hardware infrastructure.

Job Role

• Design and implement digital control logic for power management ICs
• Work closely with analog engineering teams to ensure effective integration between digital control blocks and analog power circuitry
• Develop high-quality, power-efficient RTL using Verilog or SystemVerilog to support key features
• Contribute to product readiness for manufacturing by supporting design-for-test methodologies
• Create and execute comprehensive verification strategies, including mixed-signal simulations and behavioral modeling

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in digital IC design, including significant experience developing solutions for mixed-signal or power management semiconductor products.
• Strong proficiency in RTL development using Verilog or SystemVerilog for synthesizable digital design.
• Hands-on experience designing digital control logic for power conversion systems, including control loops used in power management or DC-DC converter applications.

Are you ready to help build a next-generation MEMS manufacturing line that powers cutting-edge genomic sequencing technology?

Do you take pride in precision, efficiency, and setting up processes that deliver reliable, high-quality output?

Do you thrive in an environment with diversity, communication, collaboration, and teamwork as the core values?

As a MEMS Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the setup, execution, and continuous improvement of our MEMS and flowcell production processes. You will play a hands-on role in building the lab infrastructure, installing and qualifying new equipment, and ensuring high product quality in a cleanroom environment.

This is a contract position through an external agency with the potential to transition to a full-time role based on performance and business needs.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Perform daily cleanroom manufacturing processes including wet processing, resist coating, chemical vapor deposition, mechanical assembly, and visual inspections using high-powered microscopes (bright field/dark field).
• Support installation and qualification of new equipment, fixtures, and tools, coordinating with Facilities and Engineering.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Revise and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), preventive maintenance schedules, and process documentation.
• Set up efficient workstations and workflows to ensure smooth production.
• Collect process data and apply SPC principles to monitor and control yield and performance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in cleanroom and GMP best practices.
• Document continuous improvement (Kaizen/A3) projects.

ABOUT YOU

• You take ownership of your work and thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments.
• You have strong problem-solving and analytical skills and communicate clearly across teams.
• You value structure, accuracy, and consistency in your daily work.
• You’re proactive in identifying and solving issues before they become bottlenecks.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

• Primary location: On-site in Sunnyvale, California
• Local travel: Drive to San Jose, California approximately twice per week for parts delivery (~15% of time)
• Occasional travel: Minimal travel may be required for equipment installation, vendor support, or training.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING US

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in MEMS, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing.
• Proven cleanroom experience with contamination control and GMP compliance.
• Proficiency with high-powered optical microscopes and visual inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and SPC principles.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Microsoft Excel for data tracking.
• Strong collaboration, documentation, and organizational skills.
• (Preferred) Experience writing or updating production and equipment procedures.

WHAT YOUR EDUCATION LOOKS LIKE

• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Electronics, or a related technical field—or equivalent work experience.

HOW WE WILL REWARD YOU

The base hourly rate for this contract position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

This is a contract role employed through a staffing agency, with optional employee benefits available.

Successful performance may lead to consideration for a full-time position with benefits.

Complete Genomics provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, veteran or uniformed service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support NPIs and technical transfer activities within manufacturing.
• Assist in system upgrades including Chromeleon, validating documentation updates.
• Author, revise, and ensure compliance of SOPs, work instructions, BOMs, and other manufacturing documentation.
• Manage change control activities and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Analyze production data to identify and implement process improvements.

Must-Have Skills:

• Experience in manufacturing documentation and change control processes.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis using Excel.
• Experience working in a regulated or quality-driven environment
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems or manufacturing software tools
• Experience supporting system implementations or upgrades
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Industry Experience Required: Experience in a regulated manufacturing or operations environment, preferably within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sector, is highly desirable. This position does not require any travel.

About FalkorDB

FalkorDB is the world’s fastest graph database, engineered for real-time, high-scale enterprise applications. We are the engine behind the next generation of cybersecurity, fraud detection, and AI-driven systems. As we scale our footprint, we are looking for a foundational sales leader to own the Bay Area and drive our enterprise expansion.

The Role

We are seeking an Enterprise Hunter not a "Farmer." You are a high-octane sales professional with a track record of crushing quotas in the deep-tech software space. You don’t just manage a territory; you dominate it.

You will be responsible for navigating complex, technical sales cycles and building strategic partnerships with the most innovative companies in the world. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on the hunt and wants to shape the GTM strategy of a category-defining company.

What You’ll Do

• Drive New Business: Execute a ruthless territory plan to acquire "new logo" enterprise accounts across Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and AI.
• Navigate Technical Cycles: Lead complex, POC-driven sales motions, moving seamlessly between developer-level technical deep dives and executive-level value propositions.
• Multi-Thread Strategic Deals: Build deep relationships with CTOs, VPs of R&D, and Architects to ensure FalkorDB is the standard for their infrastructure.
• Scale the GTM: Partner with Product and Marketing to refine our messaging and contribute to the regional growth playbook.
• Forecast with Precision: Maintain rigorous CRM hygiene and provide predictable revenue forecasting.

What We’re Looking For

• The Track Record: 5+ years of quota-carrying experience in enterprise software, consistently landing in the top 10% of your peer group.
• Technical Fluency: You speak the language of infrastructure, databases, and developer tools. You aren't afraid to get your hands dirty in a discovery session.
• Strategic Agility: Experience managing 6–12 month sales cycles with a "win-fast" mentality.
• The Startup Mindset: You excel in high-accountability, low-bureaucracy environments. You see a lack of process as an opportunity to build one.
• The Network: A pre-existing network within the Bay Area tech ecosystem is a significant advantage.

The "Edge" (Preferred Experience)

• Direct experience selling Graph Technology or high-performance data platforms.
• Background in Open Source business models or hybrid SaaS/On-prem environments.
• Experience at high-growth icons like Neo4j, MongoDB, Snowflake, Redis, or Databricks.

Why FalkorDB?

• Product Superiority: Sell a product with undeniable technical benchmarks and clear market differentiation.
• Uncapped Upside: A competitive compensation plan designed to reward over-achievement.
• Influence: Direct access to founders and the ability to influence the product roadmap.
• Growth: The opportunity to be one of the first boots on the ground in our most critical market.

Job Type: Full-time

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 7 years of experience in manufacturing automation development, including equipment design and validation, process development, and influence of product design teams.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with high-volume and high-precision consumer electronics
• Experience with robotic manipulators, vision systems, and material handling systems
• Manufacturing process and/or fixture development and validation experience
• Experience generating functional requirements specifications
• Tolerance analysis experience
• Fluency with NX or other CAD tools, DOE, GRR, tolerance analysis, and statistical analysis
• Experience working cross-functionally with global teams and manufacturing partners
• Master’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Responsibilities

• Product definition and architecture selection, in collaboration with design and ID teams, via early design for automation engagement
• Generation of functional requirements specifications for automated adhesive, sealing, screw driving, cleaning, conveyance, and other precision electronic assembly operations
• Automation solution design and development, in conjunction with manufacturing and automation partners
• Development of automation implementation schedules and oversight of factory and site acceptance testing activities

P6 Scheduler – High-Tech Construction Projects | Santa Clara, CA

ASAP is hiring on behalf of our client for an experienced P6 Scheduler to support large-scale high-tech / semiconductor construction projects in the Santa Clara, CA area. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity supporting complex, fast-paced capital projects within an advanced manufacturing environment.

No C2C Inquiries!

Location: Santa Clara, CA (onsite preferred)

Relocation: Considered for the right candidate

Employment Type: Contract-to-hire

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed Primavera P6 project schedules
• Collaborate with general contractors, design-build teams, and stakeholders to monitor schedule performance and risks
• Establish and maintain project milestones and logic-driven schedules
• Perform critical path and float analysis and support schedule optimization
• Facilitate pull planning sessions and coordinate scope across project teams
• Monitor project progress through site coordination and validate schedule updates
• Identify schedule impacts, delays, and trends, and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare and present schedule reports and progress updates to stakeholders
• Support development of recovery plans and what-if scenarios
• Ensure alignment and integration across multiple project schedules

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of Primavera P6 scheduling experience
• Experience supporting medium to large-scale construction projects
• Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, float, and construction sequencing
• Experience integrating and managing multiple project schedules
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Office, and scheduling/reporting tools (e.g., Smartsheet)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with semiconductor, cleanroom, or high-tech manufacturing projects
• Background in advanced manufacturing, electrical systems, or pharmaceutical construction
• AACE, PMI, or CMAA certification

Trident Consulting is seeking an "Megasys Technician" for one of our direct clients. The client is a global leader in business and technology services.

Job Title: Megasys Technician

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Pay: $21/hr. on W2

Duration: 12 Months

Job Overview

• We are seeking Megasys Technicians (Chem Ops) to support EMD Electronics operations at the Samsung facility in Austin, TX. This is a hands-on technical role responsible for supporting chemical and gas distribution systems used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Technicians will ensure the safe delivery, maintenance, and operation of chemical and gas systems used in the production of semiconductor chips found in electronic devices such as smartphones, LEDs, and flat screen televisions.
• This position offers on-the-job training, allowing technicians to quickly develop technical expertise and potentially transition into a permanent role based on performance and business needs

Key Responsibilities

Chemical & Gas Operations

• Safely operate assigned chemical and gas distribution systems.
• Handle and perform change-outs of gas cylinders, chemical containers, and slurry containers.
• Monitor chemical and gas supply systems to ensure uninterrupted production.

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs on chemical and gas equipment.
• Assist in maintaining operational efficiency and system reliability.

System Operations

• Utilize computer systems and operational software to track job functions and system status.
• Support operational reporting and system documentation.

Quality & Compliance

• Follow strict safety and quality protocols in semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• Support quality management systems and operational procedures.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Walk 5–6 miles per day within the facility.
• Lift materials up to 40 lbs.
• Bend, kneel, and perform overhead reaching.
• Occasionally climb tanker trucks to off-load chemicals using fall protection equipment.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including:
• Safety glasses
• Hard hat
• Gloves
• Chemical aprons
• Ear protection
• Use a Supplied Contained Breathing Air Respirator when working with chemicals (typically 10–15 minutes).
• Be clean-shaven to properly wear respirator equipment.

A Fit for Duty evaluation is required before starting and annually thereafter, including:

• Pulmonary Function Test (respirator clearance)
• Audiogram baseline
• Physical examination

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in equipment maintenance or technician roles
• Background in mechanical, electronic, or industrial environments
• Experience with chemical or gas distribution systems (preferred but not required)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in industries such as:
• Manufacturing
• Oil & Gas
• Chemical processing
• Automotive or mechanical maintenance
• Biotechnology
• Wastewater treatment
• Power plants
• Refinery operations

About Trident Consulting:

Trident Consulting is a U.S.-based IT staffing and consulting firm supporting Fortune 500 and enterprise clients across cloud, data, engineering, and enterprise technology. We’ve been in business since 2005 and focus on long-term, high-quality placements.

Some of our recent awards include

• 2022, 2021, 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America

• 2022, 2021 SF Business Times 100 fastest-growing private companies in Bay Area

Are you passionate about learning, data, scale, and agility?

We’re looking for motivated professionals who love turning complex data into meaningful insights and business value. If collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving excite you — let’s connect!

What You’ll Do

• Analyze raw data: assess quality, cleanse, and structure for downstream processing
• Design accurate and scalable prediction algorithms
• Collaborate with engineering teams to bring analytical prototypes to production
• Generate actionable insights that drive smarter business decisions

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative field — Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.
• 1–2 years of experience in quantitative analytics or data modeling
• Strong grasp of predictive modeling, ML algorithms, clustering, and classification techniques
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, C, C++, Java, or SQL
• Familiarity with Big Data frameworks (Hadoop, Spark, Cassandra) and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.)

Who Are We?

We are a premier IT consulting firm specializing in delivering top-tier Data Science solutions to companies across various sectors such as finance, energy, e-commerce, logistics, travel, retail, entertainment, automotive, and healthcare.

Company Highlights:

• Our Specialization: Providing IT consulting services.
• Experience: Over 25 years of combined domestic and international expertise in IT consulting serving hundreds of Fortune 1,000 and innovative startup clients.
• Interested in accelerating your tech career through career-enhancing IT consulting experience? Do you meet the required qualifications? If so, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.

Director of Business Development - San Francisco Bay Area

We are looking to bring on a Director of Business Development who has built meaningful relationships across the education sector throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This opportunity is well suited for someone who works closely with public and private school districts and has remained connected with leaders involved in real estate, construction, and facilities operations.

The focus of this role is strengthening relationships across the education community while helping identify opportunities where innovative and cost-effective classroom and construction solutions can support schools and districts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with decision makers across public and private school districts

• Engage with leaders responsible for facilities, real estate, and capital planning

• Identify opportunities for classroom, campus improvement, and construction initiatives

• Introduce innovative and cost-effective classroom and construction solutions

• Represent the organization within the education and facilities community across the Bay Area

Qualifications

• Established relationships within the education sector, particularly school districts (public and private)

• 8+ years of experience working closely with leaders in real estate, construction, and facilities operations

• Background in business development, client development, or strategic partnerships

• Understanding of construction solutions supporting educational facilities

• Ability to build long-term partnerships across the education community

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field

If this opportunity aligns with your background, please apply so we can schedule a time to discuss further. All inquiries are confidential.