Assistant Process and Equipment Engineer

Department
 

PME Pritzker Nanofabrication Facility - Operations

About the Department
 

The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) was established in May 2019 and evolved from the Institute for Molecular Engineering, which was founded in 2011. The PME integrates science and engineering to address global challenges from the molecular level up. The PME’s rigorous academic and research programs are made possible through the University of Chicago’s unique partnership with Argonne National Laboratory. The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering is the first new school at the University of Chicago in three decades and the first school in the nation dedicated to molecular engineering. In the next phase of growth as a School, the PME will continue to expand its team of world-class faculty researchers and empower students from diverse backgrounds to collaborate with faculty in cutting-edge facilities. The PME aims to bring solutions for urgent societal problems to the forefront, while training the next generation of scientific leaders and entrepreneurs.

Job Summary
 

The PME's Pritzker Nanofabrication Facility (PNF) is looking for a qualified, experienced cleanroom process and equipment engineer to help manage a suite of specialized tools that enable the fabrication of complex, integrated electronic, mechanical, optical, and fluidic structures. The Engineer is responsible for training users and developing fabrication processes, as well as preventative and corrective maintenance on a variety of tools and ancillary support equipment. This qualified individual will interface with students, scientists, and engineers to provide training and support on all process and equipment-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with PNF users, including students, faculty, and staff, while providing training and support on process-related matters.
• Aids in developing appropriate training and standard operating procedures for processes and equipment for cleanroom-based nano/microfabrication, including lithography, deposition, etch, mask and optical lithography process design and inorganic thin film deposition.
• Works with researchers, engineers and technical manager to develop and optimize processes to ensure quality, reliability and documentation and develop new improved processes.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and calibrations on tools in accordance with equipment manufacturer specifications. 
• Performs electrical and mechanical root cause troubleshooting of all equipment. Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform equipment checks, calibrations and characterization.
• Works with vendors for technical assistance and support.
• Establishes preventive maintenance strategies.
• Must be able to continuously work in a cleanroom environment, lift 50 lbs and work with hazardous chemicals.
• With a moderate level of guidance, researches, designs and evaluates a variety of mechanical processes and machinery.
• Performs development activities including drawing board layout, interpretation and implementation of project specifications and documentation requirements.
• Uses solid understanding of construction to install and repair new and existing electronic systems. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conduct experimental tests.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• BA/BS degree in a related field.

Experience:

• Three years of experience with cleanroom-based nano/microfabrication with lithography.
• Three years of technical equipment maintenance, including experience with semiconductor processing equipment.
• Background working in a cleanroom.
• Familiarity with common computer programs and standard laboratory equipment.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Proficiency with basic electronic test equipment.
• Knowledge of nanofabrication technology.
• Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
• Read and keep abreast of technical developments.

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
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