NVE Career Opportunities
“An unprecedented opportunity to define a radically new class of device....” That’s how Scientific American described spintronics. NVE is a leader in practical spintronics and a recognized innovator. The company won a 2015 Frost & Sullivan Technology Leadership Award for Spintronic Magnetic Sensors, and was one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies in America for 2022 for the fifth time, and named the Best Technology Company to Work for in Eden Prairie by Zippia in 2019. If you enjoy a fast-paced, dynamic environment where achievement is fostered and encouraged, NVE can provide you a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity with great chances for advancement.
Great BenefitsNVE offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical insurance, HSA with $3,600/year/family company contribution, dental insurance, prescription drug coverage, fully-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and 401(k) program with a 100% company match up to 3% of salary.
We also provide free coffee because we’re driven by spintronics, talent, and caffeine.
Great Location
NVE is located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, a young, thriving city in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Eden Prairie has been named a best place to live by CNN Money Magazine.
We are also easy to get to, just off US-212 near I-494.
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Open Positions
Automation and Vacuum Engineer
The JobInstall, troubleshoot, and maintain semiconductor wafer handling and processing equipment that make our state-of-the art spintronics products.
Responsibilities
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain vacuum and wafer handling equipment.
• Develop new etch, photolithography, and deposition processes and products.
• Specify, install and service new spintronics product development and manufacturing equipment.
• Identify, design, and implement solutions to improve equipment up-time and throughput.
Skills
• Strong mechanical, pneumatic, electronics, and automation aptitude.
• Basic computer programming skills with C, Python, Visual Basic, or similar languages.
• Experience with vacuum science and technology a plus.
• Demonstrated exceptional troubleshooting and hands-on problem-solving abilities.
• Results oriented and excellent work ethic.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
Second- or Third-Shift Electronic Test Operators
The Job:Avoid traffic and be home during the day. Hours are flexible and part-time options are available. Second shift is typically 3:00 to 11:30 p.m.; third shift typically 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Responsibilities
• Set up and operate production test handlers, tape-and-reel systems, laser trimmers, and wafer testers.
• Create computerized wafer maps.
• Inspect parts for quality.
• Perform light equipment maintenance.
Skills and Experience:
• Accurate; detail oriented; ability to multitask.
• Mechanical skills to resolve minor machine issues.
• Ability to read procedures and work instructions and complete paperwork.
• Basic computer skills.
• Prior experience with automated equipment or light assembly a plus.
• Basic understanding of electronics a plus.
Semiconductor Test Intern
The JobA great opportunity for high school or college students to gain experience with a path toward a full-time job. Flexible part-time hours.
Responsibilities
• Test and ensure the quality of NVE semiconductor products.
• Set up and operate state-of-the-art production test handlers.
• Inspect parts for quality.
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
Requirements
• Interest and aptitude in electronics technology, automated systems, or robotics.