{"id":800387,"url":"https://alion.io/job/forgenano-wafer-process-engineer","title":"Wafer Process Engineer","company":{"id":694697,"name":"Forge Nano","domain":"forgenano.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/forgenano","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Breezy","truth_index":null},"role":"Semiconductors","role_family":"Semiconductors","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Thornton, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":74000,"max":107000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":107000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"ALD","optional":false},{"name":"Design of Experiments","optional":false},{"name":"Ellipsometry","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-13T21:17:19Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-08-13","last_verified_at":"2026-11-05T19:05:27Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":84,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":84},"description":"Summary/Objective\nForge Nano Inc., a rapidly growing advanced materials company specializing in nano-scale coatings across diverse markets, is seeking a Wafer Process Engineer to develop and sustain our atomic layer deposition (ALD) TEPHRA cluster tool. This role performs customer demonstrations, process development, and data analysis. The position works closely with technicians to ensure tool projects are executed and the lab operates smoothly, hardware engineering group to evaluate tool component improvements, and scientists to transfer new processes.\nEssential Functions & Responsibilities\nExecute thin film coating tool demonstrations on wafers using ALD on the TEPHRA cluster platform using proper cleanroom hygiene. This includes assessing experiment plan, generating design of experiments, data analysis, and execution to that plan, with meticulous documentation required.\nWork collaboratively with scientists, other process engineers and technicians to perform experimental planning, execution, and reporting tasks.\nHands-on work on-tool for process optimization, continuous improvement projects, process transfer and new process development. Interpret thin film metrology data, ellipsometry and surface defects/particles, and evaluate the success of experiments. Recommend next steps based on this data.\nKeep a neat and orderly record of all work done. Maintain data and records as necessary to support patent applications for innovative products.\nPerform tasks relating to assembly and maintenance of vacuum systems and thin film equipment. Learn how essential process equipment functions and complete tasks including materials production, equipment testing, and equipment maintenance. Evaluate new hardware performance on-tool compared to the component of record and provide assessment to the Hardware Engineering group.\nCreate/edit/maintain necessary documentation for procedures, processes, and best-known-methods including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation & recipes.\nMaintain a safe work environment and staying OSHA compliant with relevant safety training.\nRequired Education and Experience\nAS or BS in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials, or related science/engineering fields.\n2+ years hand-on/laboratory experience\nPreferred Experience\nSelf-driven problem-solving skills\nTeam collaboration and communication skills\nSemiconductor Fab experience\nVacuum systems experience\nThin film deposition, ALD/CVD, experience\nExperience in an industrial company that conducted materials development and advanced materials manufacturing.\nWork Environment\nWork is carried out in a research and development laboratory, specifically a cleanroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee handles hazardous chemicals and is in a continuously changing laboratory environment that also uses breathable powders in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, respiratory protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, and lab coat and cleanroom attire. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required.\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nThe employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally may lift up to 40 lbs.\nTravel\nNo travel is expected for this position.\nCompensation & Benefits\nSalary range $74,000 - $107,000 per year\nComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance\nPaid time off and holidays\nFlexible Spending Account (FSA)\n401(k) plan\nIn accordance with Colorado law, the compensation range for this position is listed above. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and internal equity.\nForge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. 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