Materials Science Research & Development Engineer - Crystal Growth
Company Overview
Mainstream Engineering Corporation is a solutions-oriented research, development and manufacturing organization founded in 1986. Our mission is to develop and implement emerging technologies into military and private sector products that provide a technological advantage. Areas of expertise include thermal control, energy conversion, power electronics, turbo-machinery, chemical technology and materials science. For more info on our firm, please visit us on the web at www.mainstream-engr.com
Position Summary
We are looking for a talented, hands-on Materials Science Research & Development Engineer to take a leadership research role advancing the state-of-the-art in thin film and bulk crystal growth using vapor transport, deposition and epitaxial methods. We are particularly looking for candidates with equal experience in hands-on design and construction of these vacuum-based systems as well as a good theoretical understanding (and modeling capability) of the growth processes. This position encompasses a variety of innovative technologies such as: nanomaterials, nano- and quantum- electronics, photovoltaics, phononics, optics, topological insulators, and 2-D materials.
Position Requirements
Candidates (chemical, materials or closely related engineering degrees) should have at least: a bachelor’s degree with four years of relevant full-time employment experience, a master’s degree with two years’ experience, or a PhD with directly relevant experience. Specific experience involving, but not limited to, each of the following areas is required:
• Design, operation, construction and maintenance of ultra-high vacuum systems;
• Thermal transport theory and modeling of vacuum vapor deposition/growth systems;
• Construction of custom thin film or (preferably) bulk crystal vapor deposition/growth chambers;
• Crystallographic, electronic and optical characterization of semiconductors;
• Mechanical experience used in the conception, design and fabrication of experimental systems.
Candidates should have interest in one or more of the following technical areas:
• Photonics • Nanomaterials • Optoelectronics
• Semiconductors • Electronic materials • Multiphysics Modeling
US citizenship required due to strict ITAR regulations
GPA for all degrees must be at least 3.3
How to Apply
Interested parties should apply via our career portal at:
Mainstream Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer promoting opportunities to and prohibiting discrimination against protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other qualified persons without regard to their race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or national origin.
Columbia College Chicago students: Must contact Internship and Career Advisors to see if position is eligible for academic credit