Thin Film Applications Engineer

4 weeks ago

Northvale, United States Kurt J Lesker Company Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDo you want to join a leading manufacturer of PVD (physical vapor deposition) equipment and work with cutting-edge technologies in various industries that are making a difference in the world?

If so, the Thin Film Applications Engineer opportunity might be exciting to you KDF Technologies is a leading manufacturer of PVD (physical vapor deposition) capital equipment to the microelectronics, medical, thin film circuits, and semiconductor markets. Located in Northern NJ we serve a variety of industries and companies from startups to Fortune 500 organizations. If this sounds exciting to you, apply to the Thin Film Applications Engineer to be part of something special

Summary of role: 
Your role will be to strategically identify and develop critical thin film processes and new applications to strengthen KDF leading position as a PVD Experts and solution provider. You will lead our Research and Development efforts in thin film deposition, develop white papers and present your results at conferences such as SVC, MRS and AVS.

How you will make a difference:
  • Designing and conducting complex experiments to develop innovative processes
  • Developing white papers on key technologies & processes
  • Presenting at conferences such as the SVC, MRS & AVS
  • Developing and driving the implementation of new practices or methodologies to improve deposition recipe efficiency and target material usage
  • Resolving product support and customer process problems as necessary
  • Interact and work effectively with customers and KDF personnel to solve PVD (physical vapor deposition) process issues
  • Support customers during Sources Inspection and Factory Acceptance tests
  • Use characterization equipment to understand film uniformity and performance and collaborate with Test & Engineering groups to drive process and tool design improvements
  • Utilize and maintain in house demo tools and metrology equipment’s
  • Keep detailed notes on experiments and tests and save the test results digitally
  • Follow company policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Motivated and self-directed (90% of time)
Qualifications:
  • At least B.S. degree in Material Science or Engineering, PhD would be a plus
  • At least 2 years of experience
  • Working knowledge of Vacuum Technology and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) techniques like sputtering
  • Working knowledge of in-house thin film metrology tools (profilometer, ellipsometer, reflectometer, RGA, etc.)
  • Proficient in running experiments, analyzing data and generating test reports
  • Strong problem solving, communication, interpersonal and project management skills
  • Ability to work in an organized and efficient manner
  • Ability to work safely around high voltage equipment
  • English Language skills
  • Proficient with MS Office suite
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally
  • Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist and lift up to and including 30 lbs. unassisted. Assistance must be used for any items over this weight. Assistance is always required for anything weighing over 60 lbs
Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:
  • Company paid medical and dental insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Paid vacations
  • Sick time
  • Salary is dependent based on experience.
KDF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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