Focused Energy
Energy
CoatingEngineer(f/m/d)
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“Coating Engineer (f/m/d) at Focused Energy. Skills: Coating processes, Plasma systems, Materials science. Lead development and optimization of high-throughput coating processes. Ensure uniform thickness”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high-performance, production-ready coated targets
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field, 7+ years of hands-on experience in coating processes, Expertise in metal coating technologies, Expertise in plasma-based systems (PECVD), Understanding of plasma physics, Understanding of plasma generation, Understanding of plasma-chemical reactions, Understanding of C-H coating synthesis, Experience developing high-throughput coating processes, Experience scaling laboratory processes to production, Ability in process development and optimization, Knowledge of adhesion mechanisms, Knowledge of coating defects, Knowledge of surface preparation, Knowledge of substrate pretreatment for plastics, Problem-solving skills, Technical writing skills, Communication skills for documentation, Communication skills for team collaboration
Nice to Have
PhD preferred, Direct experience with metal coating on organic material, Hands-on experience with RF-PECVD, microwave-PECVD, or ICP plasma systems, Track record of developing high-uniformity coatings for spherical or complex geometries at production scale, Familiarity with vacuum systems, Familiarity with automated handling, Familiarity with robotic coating systems, PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Physics
What You'll Do.
Lead development and optimization of high-throughput coating processes
Ensure uniform thickness
Ensure minimal defects
Ensure production-scale throughput
Design plasma systems for C-H coatings
Develop plasma systems for C-H coatings
Optimize plasma systems for C-H coatings
Define metallic coating processes for spherical substrates
Establish quality standards
Establish testing methods
Establish statistical process control
Serve as technical authority for coating-related matters
Provide expertise in coating chemistry
Provide expertise in plasma physics
Provide expertise in materials science
Evaluate coating suppliers
Specify coating suppliers
Validate coating suppliers
Collaborate with suppliers to customize systems
Work across mechanical teams
Work across manufacturing teams
Work across quality teams
Work across operations teams
Ensure coating integration
Ensure process alignment
Produce technical documentation
Produce process control procedures
Produce interface specifications
Support commissioning of coating systems
Support troubleshooting of coating systems
Support optimization of coating systems
Adapt processes as production requirements evolve
Drive continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Mechanical teams; Manufacturing teams; Quality teams; Operations teams
Communication Scope
Technical documentation; Team collaboration
Full Job Description
Company Overview Focused Energy is the leading laser-driven fusion company, pursuing the most promising path to clean, limitless fusion power. With locations in Darmstadt, Germany, and the San Francisco Bay Area, we bring together top scientific and engineering minds to unlock commercially viable fusion energy using proven technologies. We are driving the next chapter of economic growth and scientific innovation through the widespread adoption of clean, abundant fusion energy. Role Overview As a Coating Engineer (f/m/d), you will play a critical role in the advancement and scaling of our unique high-throughput coating processes for fusion target production. You’ll serve as the technical expert for coating systems—driving process innovation, implementing robust quality controls, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, production-ready coated targets essential for fusion energy. Key Responsibilities - Lead the development and optimization of high-throughput coating processes for mm-sized spherical plastic targets, ensuring uniform thickness, minimal defects, and production-scale throughput. - Design, develop, and optimize plasma systems (RF-PECVD, microwave-PECVD, ICP) for C-H (carbon-hydrogen) coatings, including plasma generation, precursor gas selection, and process scaling. - Define metallic coating processes (electroless plating, PVD, CVD) for spherical substrates with an emphasis on uniformity and multi-layer strategies. - Establish quality standards, testing methods, and statistical process control for consistent, high-quality coated targets. - Serve as the technical authority for all coating-related matters, providing expertise in coating chemistry, plasma physics, and materials science. - Evaluate, specify, and validate coating equipment; collaborate with suppliers to customize systems for spherical target production. - Work across mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure coating integra
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