Optical Thin-Film Engineer

Job title:

Optical Thin-Film Engineer

Company

Q-Block Computing

Job description

Salary range: $57,600 – $115,200Job type: Full timeLocation: On-site (Edmonton, AB & Wetaskiwin, AB)Job Description: Q-Block Computing is seeking an Optical Thin-Film Engineer to join our innovative team in Canada. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge quantum technologies in sensing, communication, and computation. The candidate will join Q-Block Computing to lead the efforts in ultra-low-loss optical thin film deposition.Job summary: As an Optical Thin-Film Engineer, you will collaborate with other team members and achieve technical milestones under the guidance of senior leaders. Job duty includes the process optimization and characterization of ultra-low-loss optical thin films by way of reactive Ion-Beam Sputter (IBS) deposition techniques.Responsibilities

• Optical thin film growth: Reactive IBS deposition and characterization (ellipsometry, XRD, laser-based transmission measurement, optical profilometer, AFM, SEM, photoluminescence spectroscopy, and cavity-ringdown spectroscopy).
• Cleanroom organization and maintenance.
• General shop maintenance and SOP development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualification

• Masters/PhD in Physics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years professional experience in optical thin film growth with a strong preference on IBS techniques.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of nanofabrication, optical physics, and material science.
• Ability to travel between Edmonton and Wetaskiwin facilities.
• General cleanroom maintenance and organization.
• Strong attention to detail, authenticity, and a sense of responsibility in all tasks
• Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaborative in a dynamic team environment

Benefits

• Extended health care benefits (inc. dental and vision)
• Life insurance
• Overtime paid after 8 hours/day

Equal Opportunity: Q-Block Computing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Expected salary

$57600 – 115200 per year

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:32:37 GMT

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