Molecular Beam Epitaxy Systems Manager

Sivananthan Laboratories
Sivananthan Laboratories

Full-time

Bolingbrook, IL, USA

Posted on Oct 14, 2026

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The successful candidate will work primarily in EPIR’s epitaxial growth and characterization facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will specifically

  • Troubleshoot, repair, improve, and modify MBE and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) equipment.

  • Develop processing procedures for ultra-high vacuum system maintenance alongside cryopump refurbishing and repairing

  • Manage in-situ growth monitoring and diagnostic techniques.

  • Work closely with theoretical physicists and engineers and provide materials growth support.

  • Write R&D-level proposals for semiconductor materials and device technology advancements.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Hand-on experience with ultra-high vacuum systems preferred.

  • Experience in ultra-high vacuum system maintenance, cryopump refurbishing and repairing

  • Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, improving, and modifying MBE and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) equipment.

  • Experience with in-situ growth monitoring and diagnostic techniques.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in relevant science or engineering discipline

  • Hands-on experience with ultra-high vacuum systems

LOCATION/HOURS:

  • EPIR is located in Bolingbrook, Illinois

  • This is an on-site position. Monday to Friday 7:30am – 4:30pm

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to Human Resources using the following email: jobs@sivananthanlabs.us

Sivananthan Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer.