Thin Film Solar Sputter Engineer
Core
Operating, monitoring, and optimizing roll-to-roll vacuum deposition and sputter coating systems for flexible thin-film photovoltaic module manufacturing.
Role type
Manufacturing process engineer (thin-film sputter deposition)
Builds
Flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Photovoltaics / Thin-film deposition
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Roll-to-roll web handling, magnetron sputter deposition, vacuum systems, mechanical systems, pneumatic systems, electrical systems, process control, preventive maintenance, substrate handling, process optimization, troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Thin-film photovoltaic materials, SCADA/PLC systems, pilot-scale flexible electronics manufacturing
Technologies
Roll-to-roll equipment, sputter coating systems, vacuum deposition tools
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain roll-to-roll vacuum deposition and sputter coating systems; Monitor process parameters for web tension, alignment, film uniformity, thickness, and composition; Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on web-handling and deposition equipment; Lead process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts; Handle substrates and materials with precision; Document operational steps and maintenance activities
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
