Optical Thin-Film Engineer

$57.6k - $115.2k per year
Full-time

Q-Block Computing

Salary range: $57,600 - $115,200

Job type: Full time

Location: 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. 

Vacancy posted 12 days ago
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