Technical Associate CDimension Inc San Jose, CA Job Details Full-time $22 - $35 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Mechanical blueprint interpretation Filing Electrical schematic reading and interpretation English Mechanical drawings Records management Attention to detail

Electrical Engineering Full Job Description Pay:

$22.00 - $35.00 per hour Job type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person - San Jose, CA About the Role We are a fast-growing deep-tech semiconductor startup building wafer-scale 2D materials, and we design and build much of our own equipment in-house. That means a constant flow of mechanical and electrical parts, equipment, gases, and services from vendors around the world. We are looking for a junior Technical Associate with a mechanical or electrical engineering background to own vendor outreach and sourcing for our engineering team. You will be the bridge between our engineers and our suppliers: technical enough to read a drawing or a datasheet and ask the right questions, organized enough to never let a quote or shipment fall through the cracks. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities Sourcing :

Identify and contact vendors for vacuum hardware, gas delivery parts, furnace components, motors, sensors, electrical/controls, chemicals, gases, and consumables

Quotes:

Issue RFQs, gather and compare quotes, negotiate pricing and lead times

Specs:

Translate engineer requirements into clear specifications for vendors and verify vendor offerings meet them

Order Tracking:

Place and track purchase orders; follow up on lead times, shipments, and delays; keep engineers informed

Receiving:

Inspect incoming parts against drawings and specs; maintain inventory records

Vendor Management:

Build and maintain an organized vendor and parts database; coordinate vendor demos, site visits, installation, and service calls

Documentation:

Collect and file datasheets, drawings, certificates, SDS, warranties, and compliance paperwork

Logistics:

Coordinate domestic and international shipping, customs, and import paperwork, including gas and hazmat deliveries

Requirements Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Technical Literacy:

Able to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, part specifications, and datasheets

Communication:

Clear, professional written and verbal English; comfortable emailing and calling vendors daily

Organization:

Highly organized with relentless follow-through; comfortable managing many open items at once Attention to

Detail:

Zero-error mindset on part numbers, quantities, and specs Must have valid right to work in the US Nice to Have Internship or work experience in purchasing, sourcing, or technical operations Familiarity with vacuum fittings, gas systems, motors, or control electronics Mandarin Chinese proficiency for suppliers in China and Taiwan Import/export or hazmat shipping experience ERP or procurement software experience Perks Competitive hourly pay with overtime (1.5x) per California law Broad exposure to semiconductor equipment and cleanroom buildout Opportunity to grow into a Procurement Lead or Operations role as the company scales Benefits 401(k) Health, dental, and vision insurance Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance CDimension is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person