Current Positions

At Angstrom Engineering, we develop products and services focused on supporting the
nanotechnology community. Our products include a broad range of thin-film deposition
machinery which we design and manufacture as well as offering process development and
deposition services.

To assist us in meeting our goals, we are offering a position as part of our Test and Process
experience with thin film deposition systems and processes, and possess a strong technical
background. They will also show a keen interest in learning new technologies and striving
towards continuous product development and improvement.

**MAJOR DUTIES**:
Primarily responsible for: system start-up, including mechanical, electrical, and software/PLC
troubleshooting; system testing and validation; thin-film process development and
optimization; partial project management; system installation and training at customer sites;
customer service and support; and continuous product development and improvement.

**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**:
TEST, COMMISSIONING, AND TROUBLESHOOTING
- Commission systems including connecting all utilities, powering up, and setting up
- Test functionality and verify all operational aspects of the system.
- Adjust mechanical devices such as transfer stages, manipulators, pneumatic actuators,

interlocks, and limit switches.
- Troubleshoot and drive resolution on electrical, mechanical, and software (PLC/SCADA)

issues.
- Validate system performance against factory acceptance criteria.
- Partially manage projects to efficiently commission high-quality systems.

PROCESS DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT
- Develop and optimize thin film deposition processes to meet customer specifications.
- Use a variety of thin-film analytical methods for validating system performance.
- Integrate new components, hardware, and software to expand system capabilities.
- Continually improve system control and user experience.
- Content generation for quality control, business development, and technical documentation

(process data, standard operating procedures, and marketing content).

INSTALLATION, TRAINING, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Install systems - including integration with third-party hardware such as gloveboxes - at the

customer’s facility, which can be worldwide.
- Train customers on all aspects of system use including basic operation, process

development and optimization, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
- Validate system performance against final acceptance criteria.
- Provide ongoing, responsive customer service and support.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Advanced degree (B. Sc, B.Eng, M.A.Sc, PhD) specializing in Nanotechnology, Engineering, or

Physical Sciences.
- Experience with thin film deposition processes and systems (PVD, CVD).
- Experience working in a laboratory, clean room, and/or technical environments.
- Hands-on mechanical and electrical experience.
- Ability to self-motivate.
- Proven time management and organization skills.
- Strong analytical and process engineering skills.
- Capable of teaching complex topics to an audience with a varying range of capabilities.

optical coatings research considered an asset.
- Startup company experience is considered an asset.
- Software (C#, Python) and controls programming (PLC) experience is considered an asset.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
Angstrom Engineering is an agile and growing business with a workforce of exceptional people.
We have been in business for 30 years and make leading-edge and interesting equipment for
the field of nanotechnology. Our working environment is clean, safe, and enjoyable. We offer
flexible hours and a competitive compensation package including benefits.

selection process.