About the role:Micro- or nano-scale materials that enable many high-growth industries, including Lithium-based batteries, solar cells, carbon sequestration and conversion technologies, optical devices, quantum devices, displays, adhesives, medical implants, semiconductors, packaging materials, and many others. SirenOpt makes a real-time sensing and software platform to improve manufacturing yield and performance of products that contain micro- and nano-materials. The sensor is enabled by cold atmospheric plasmas and can collect multiple materials property measurements (such as thickness, density, resistivity, chemical composition, and contaminate identification) in parallel and in real-time, thus allowing for the collection of critical data that is otherwise unobtainable. The optimization-based decision-making software uses the data from the sensor to accelerate R&D and process optimization, improve quality control, and enable real-time process control.
We are looking for a highly motivated Metrology Engineer to help us understand, discover, and analyze the relative economic value of all possible applications for our sensing and software platform. As an early-stage member of the SirenOpt team, you will be able to make a real impact on next-generation thin film technologies and help build a solid technical foundation upon which a small company can grow. The ideal candidate will learn new concepts quickly and take pride in the quality of their work. We expect that you will be able to apply sound engineering judgment to solve a wide range of technical challenges efficiently and creatively. Some of these problems may lie outside your core areas of expertise, so technical curiosity and a self-starting attitude are critical for success.
QualificationsEducation: Ph.D. (with relevant thesis work) in materials science, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related disciplineYears of Experience: 2 - 4 Years in materials science or related industryExperience in a customer-facing role for a minimum of 2 years is required related to thin-film deposition, metrology, or surface characterization
Compensation and LogisticsLocation: San Francisco Bay Area (on-site required)U.S. Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 (plus equity). The salary offered to a selected candidate will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and 401k-matching
Key Job RequirementsMetrology and inspection expertise in thin and thick film characterization, in particular films related to Lithium-based batteries, photovoltaics, optical coatings, displays, packaging materials, semiconducting wafers, and/or adhesivesMetrology and inspection expertise in thin and thick film characterization, in particular films related to Lithium-based batteries, photovoltaics, optical coatings, displays, packaging materials, semiconducting wafers, and/or adhesivesStrong understanding of fundamental material properties and underlying physics/operating principles of metrology techniques, including spectroscopyStrong data analytics skillset, including programming experience in PythonIn-depth understanding of thin and thick film metrology, customer technologies, and critical industry gaps; ability to define (and implement) metrology solutions that address these gapsUnderstand customers characterization requirements and identify the best possible solutions using SirenOpts sensing technologyConduct new tool demonstrations to showcase tool performance and develop use cases to help drive tool sales. Report and discuss product, measurement and application demonstration results with customersInterface with customers regarding technical requirements, analyses, and schedulesIdentify new applications, performance capabilities, product features and value to further enhance market opportunitiesCreate & lead new methodologies in order to optimize system performance for specific applicationsComplex problem-solving; ability to take a new perspective on existing solutionsPerform concept and feasibility, and qualification analyses of new metrology approachesAnalyze, develop, and transfer new application capabilities within the SirenOpt sensing system envelope to customer sitesAssist with business development, qualifying new applications, markets, and customersDocumentation of BKMs and proceduresLead customer technical review meetingsAuthor white papers, product application notes, and technical papers for conferencesDeliver training to new employees and target customersAbility to work individually and in groupsAbility to explain difficult or sensitive information; build consensus around ideas and implementationsAbility to adapt to new technical challenges and excited to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environmentAbility to lead projects from kick-off till completion, with clear planning and periodic/final reportingAbility to deliver effective technical presentations and product demonstrations to customersby Jobble
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