About Us Applied Thin Films, Inc. (ATFI) is a rapidly growing advanced materials company located in the Chicago area that develops high-performance ceramic products, including high temperature coatings and composites, for aerospace, defense, energy, and other industrial applications. As a result of a vigorous phase of fundamental research and development, ATFI has developed a robust technology portfolio with more than 20 U.S. and international patents and is now focused on rapidly commercializing these unique high-performance ceramic composites and surface engineered products for aerospace, defense, and other specialty markets. For more information, visit our websites: atfinet.com & cerablak.com Your Role ATFI is seeking an experienced advanced materials process engineer to join our team as we performing work related to high temperature coatings and materials. In this role, your primary job responsibilities would include: improvement of process efficiency and control, refinement of QC/QA procedures, and process design for various customer and internal projects. · Oversight and management of specialty chemical production processes & associated personnel · Continuous improvement and automation of manufacturing processes · Technical report writing, process documentation, & technical presentations Preferred Qualifications and Experience · B.S. in Chemical Engineering or equivalent; advanced degree applicants encouraged · 5+ years of industrial experience in process engineering and design · Solid understanding of process engineering principles (mass balance, energy balance, bottleneck analysis, value stream mapping) · Familiarity with materials science concepts is a plus · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail · Critical and creative analytical abilities · Diligent work ethic, both independently and as a team member · Attention to laboratory safety practices · Outstanding interpersonal skills · Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) · Experience with automation and/or programming (e.g., ladder logic PLC programming, sensors, control schemes, motion control, power distribution, Python, LabView) · Experience with advanced software (e.g., CAD, Igor, Adobe Illustrator, ImageJ, Microsoft Visio) · Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 or similar quality management system Applied Thin Films, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. ATFI conducts work on defense contracts, so applicants must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. What We Offer · Competitive salary and opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology · Great work culture! Motivated and fun team of engineers and staff · 9 paid holidays according to corporate holiday schedule · 20 days of PTO per year · Dental and Medical Insurance (company pays 60% of premium, but subject to change by management)
