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Responsibilities:

• Primarily responsible for process and applications development using vapor transport deposition (VTD) technology for the formation of semiconductor thin-films on glass for photovoltaic devices. Activities will include: investigation of new hardware, developing metrology for vacuum deposition systems, designing and executing test matrices, and troubleshooting of vacuum systems.
• Provides expertise for design of systems, modules and subcomponents of semiconductor deposition equipment to be operated in a vacuum environment
• The candidate will be expected to be proficient in the theory and operations of vacuum deposition systems. Knowledge of vapor transport deposition (VTD) systems preferred.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering and operators to transfer process improvements from development to production.
• Apply low energy plasma and laser process for research/development of subcomponents of semiconductor deposition equipment involving hands-on design, testing and qualifying of equipment, and user interaction.
• Highly organized and able to work on several projects at once. The position requires an individual who is able to meet deadlines and work in a fast paced environment.
• Analyze test results, write reports on process development and qualification of new process/products.
• Develop and write equipment specifications, performance requirements, and operational work instructions.
• Participate in developing new vacuum deposition techniques, related tools and technologies.
  Occasionally, maintain and repair vacuum systems and various metrology equipments.

Experience Requirements:

• At least 5 years experience in experience in thin film deposition.
• Should have working experience with semiconductor processes and metrology techniques with a strong mechanical aptitude and good understanding of pneumatic, electrical and vacuum systems.
• Experience vacuum system diagnostics and design of metrology for vacuum systems
• Strong knowledge in the area of thin film optical characterization.
• Should have SPC, DOE and data analysis experience.

Education Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Electrical, Chemical, Material Science, Physics or similar technical discipline
• PhD preferred.