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Fab2

Packaging Engineering Intern - Winter

Austin, TX · On-site

$108 - $126/hr

We train our interns on most of our tools and allow them to use these tools independently, including 3d printing, metal plating, lasering, and metrology. Our philosophy is to get things built and ...

Cooper Machinery Services

Plating Tech I

Stockdale, TX · On-site

$17 - $23.50/hr

As a Plating Technician I, you'll run the tanks, rectifiers, and racks that put a precision chrome ... Preferred * Prior experience in electroplating, metal finishing, or a related plant process.

Noveon

Plating Technician (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Plating Technician (2nd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one ... Expertise in electroplating metals and metallic alloys in aqueous solutions, pre-treatment ...

Noveon

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Technician Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to ... Expertise in electroplating metals and metallic alloys in aqueous solutions, pre-treatment ...

Noveon Magnetics

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Plating Technician Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to ... Expertise in electroplating metals and metallic alloys in aqueous solutions, pre-treatment ...

SpaceX

Chemical Engineer, PCB (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Examples could include metal plating lines, copper etching lines, direct or electroless metallization lines, water and chemical waste treatment, plasma etching systems, etc. * Analyze production ...

Noveon

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Operator (2nd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one ... Basic understanding or willingness to learn about electroplating metals and metallic alloys in ...

Noveon Magnetics

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Plating Operator (3rd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one ... Basic understanding or willingness to learn about electroplating metals and metallic alloys in ...

Noveon

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Operator (3rd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one ... Basic understanding or willingness to learn about electroplating metals and metallic alloys in ...

Noveon Magnetics

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Plating Operator (2nd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one ... Basic understanding or willingness to learn about electroplating metals and metallic alloys in ...

SpaceX

Chemical Engineer, PCB (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Examples could include metal plating lines, copper etching lines, direct or electroless metallization lines, water and chemical waste treatment, plasma etching systems, etc. * Analyze production ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for metal plating in Texas is $21.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.93 and $23.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is metal plating?

A Metal Plating job involves coating metal objects with a thin layer of another metal to improve durability, corrosion resistance, or appearance. Workers in this role operate plating equipment, monitor chemical baths, and ensure proper adhesion of coatings. They may work with various metals like gold, silver, nickel, or zinc, depending on industry needs. Safety precautions and quality control are essential aspects of the job.

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A typical day in Metal Plating involves preparing workpieces, setting up and operating plating tanks or baths, monitoring process variables, and inspecting finished products for quality assurance. You may also be responsible for routine maintenance of equipment, proper disposal or recycling of chemicals, and accurate documentation of production data. Collaboration with other team members, such as technicians and quality control staff, is essential to ensure smooth operations and meet production goals. These tasks require a strong focus on safety and adherence to environmental and industry regulations.

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Packaging Engineering Intern - Winter

Fab2

Austin, TX • On-site

$108 - $126/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About fab2

The fab2 team can build anything. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves.
We're looking for exceptional, hands-on people who can iterate to the limits of what's possible.

About the Role

We're hiring Semiconductor Packaging Engineering Interns for the winter term. The internship begins in January, with a preferred commitment of 4 to 8 months. We are a small team engaged in end-to-end process development and integration work for semiconductor packaging processes, providing exposure to interesting work that is hard to find at larger companies. This is a hands-on engineering role-meaning you will be actively involved in the research and development of new packaging technologies, including mechanical prototyping, experiment design, and data analysis. We train our interns on most of our tools and allow them to use these tools independently, including 3d printing, metal plating, lasering, and metrology.

Our philosophy is to get things built and tested in days or weeks, not months. Because of this, a portfolio is required to apply: show us the things you've actually built! If you've shipped a medium-to-high complexity system through a personal project or previous internship, you'd be a good fit here.

Responsibilities
  • Design and iterate on machines and subsystems for semiconductor packaging fabrication, such as laser ablation machines, reflow ovens, and automated metal plating facilities
  • Integrate mechanical, electrical, and optical components in system assembly, including wiring, optics alignment, and electronics
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve fabrication processes and equipment
  • Hands-on package/wafer processing (3d printing, metal plating, lithography, metrology)
Required Experience
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering
  • At least 1-2 hands-on wet lab or lab-adjacent experiences, ideally in metal plating work or fabricating devices
  • Strong foundation in mechanical engineering (Solidworks/Onshape, materials selection, etc.)
  • Hands-on prototyping experience and the ability to move through design cycles quickly
Nice-to-have
  • Proven experience in mechatronics or electromechanical system design
  • Familiarity with lasering and 3D printing (stereolithography)
  • Reliability testing, soldering, and reflow testing
  • Hands-on experience with nano-fabrication tools (etching, deposition, patterning) and metrology tools (SEM, thin film measurement, X-ray, etc.)
Working at fab2

We're an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and offices in Austin, TX and San Francisco, CA. fab2 is committed to fair and equitable compensation. Packaging Interns are paid hourly, at a rate equivalent to an annualized range of $108,000-$126,000 depending on experience and education. Actual earnings vary with hours worked.

Internship Benefits:

  • Housing Stipend to help with first month expenses
  • Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts
  • Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
  • Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office
  • Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time
  • Visa Sponsorship
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life and Disability Insurance

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.

Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

fab2, formerly known as Atomic Semi

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