Physical Vapor Deposition Researcher — Associate Engineer II
Core
Execute and refine physical vapor deposition processes (thermal evaporation, co-evaporation, sputtering) to produce high-quality thin films for advanced photovoltaic devices.
Role type
Associate Engineer II, hands-on IC physical vapor deposition researcher
Builds
High-quality thin films for advanced photovoltaic devices
Domain
Aerospace / Materials Science / Photovoltaics
Required skills
Vacuum thin-film deposition operation, Thin-film growth physics, Film characterization techniques, Vacuum system maintenance, Experimental data analysis, Laboratory safety protocols
Preferred skills
Multi-source co-evaporation, Reactive sputtering, Perovskite/CIGS/CdTe/organic semiconductor materials, QCM-based deposition rate monitoring, DOE methodology, Cleanroom experience
Technologies
Thermal evaporators, Sputter coaters, XRD, SEM, Optical spectroscopy, JMP, Minitab, Python, R
Responsibilities
Operate thermal evaporation, co-evaporation, and sputtering systems; Perform routine film characterization; Maintain vacuum deposition equipment; Record detailed experimental data; Analyze process data and propose recipe modifications; Support DOE campaigns; Assist with equipment commissioning; Contribute to process documentation; Collaborate with device integration team; Perform routine laboratory maintenance; Manage consumables inventory; Troubleshoot equipment issues
Seniority
Associate Engineer II, hands-on IC