Thin Film Engineer

Job Title: Thin Film Engineer (Magnetron Sputtering Expert)

Competitive Salary based on experience

Loveland, CO

Relocation Assistance Available

Job Summary:

Blue Harlan is the recruitment partner to a start-up company based out of FL (in year 3) and setting up a small facility in Loveland, CO. This Thin Film Engineer with expertise in magnetron sputtering will focus on the development, optimization, and characterization of thin-film deposition processes for applications in [industry-specific applications, e.g., semiconductors, optics, or protective coatings]. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with sputtering systems, process development, and material characterization techniques.

This is an opportunity to be involved in the R&D phase before production begins. This technology is new, it's GREEN and impactful!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates coating equipment for the production and development of energetic Thin Film coatings

• Performs chamber and materials preparation, substrate loading, and coating startup and finish

• Monitors coating and chamber parameters to ensure the process is under control

• Optimize parameters to ensure coating quality, uniformity, and adhesion

• Perform various analysis of coated materials

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or any other related subject that had a strong focus on glow discharge processes

• 5 years of experience working directly with vacuum coaters – large drum coater preferred

• Extensive magnetron sputtering experience

• Attention to detail: Excellent focus and the ability to follow precise procedures.

• Problem-solving skills: The ability to troubleshoot equipment or process issues.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel

• US Citizenship

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Masters degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related subject

• Familiarity with thermites and pyrotechnics

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Professional development opportunities

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

If you are passionate about thin-film technology and want to work on cutting-edge sputtering and deposition processes, we’d love to hear from you!