Application Engineer I

Forge Nano
Thornton, CO, United States
14 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$75,000.0 - $95,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

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Job description

Forge Nano is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Application Engineer I to support the commercialization of Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) equipment and processes. Reporting to the Principal Engineer, this role will contribute to engineering design, process development, equipment validation, and customer support activities while working closely with senior engineering personnel.

The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment and has a strong interest in advanced manufacturing technologies, process equipment, and materials engineering. This individual will support technical documentation, engineering analysis, equipment testing, process troubleshooting, and customer-facing deliverables that enable successful deployment and operation of Forge Nano technologies.

Responsibilities

Technical Documentation & Engineering Support

  • Assist in the preparation and maintenance of:
  1. Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  2. Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  3. Engineering Specifications
  4. Equipment Manuals
  5. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  6. Customer-Facing Technical Documentation
  • Support the development of engineering documentation required for equipment design, manufacturing, commissioning, and customer acceptance.

  • Maintain accurate records of engineering activities, testing results, and project documentation.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.

Engineering Testing & Process Support

  • Support equipment testing, validation, and commissioning activities under the guidance of senior engineers.

  • Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), equipment build activities, and system verification efforts.

  • Collect, organize, and analyze process and equipment performance data.

  • Document observations and communicate technical findings to project and engineering teams.

  • Support process troubleshooting and root cause investigations related to equipment and process performance.

  • Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Customer & Project Support

  • Support customer-facing engineering activities by assisting with technical presentations, reports, and documentation packages.

  • Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to support project execution and customer deliverables.

  • Assist senior engineers in resolving technical issues and responding to customer inquiries.

  • Support project timelines through effective communication, documentation, and task execution.

The following responsibilities represent the primary duties of this role and are not intended to be an exhaustive list., This position operates in both an office environment and a battery prototype manufacturing environment. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) may include: safety glasses, protective gloves, steel-toe footwear, lab coat, and powered air purifying respirator (PAPR). Hard Hat Strict adherence to company policies, operating procedures, and safety protocols is required.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, climbing, bending, and use of hands to operate tools, equipment, and computers. The employee must regularly communicate with team members and stakeholders in both office and manufacturing settings. Occasional lifting, carrying, and moving of equipment, tools, and spare parts may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. The noise level within manufacturing and operational environments is generally moderate.

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Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

  • 1-3 years of engineering experience, including internships, co-op assignments, research projects, or relevant academic experience.

  • Exposure to process equipment, vacuum systems, manufacturing systems, or related technologies.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Ability to analyze technical data and communicate findings effectively.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and project teams.

  • Proficiency with standard engineering software tools and Microsoft Office applications., * Experience working with vacuum systems, thin-film deposition technologies, semiconductor equipment, or advanced manufacturing systems.

  • Familiarity with engineering documentation standards and technical drawing interpretation.

  • Exposure to process development, equipment validation, or laboratory testing environments.

  • Experience analyzing engineering or manufacturing data.

  • Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques.

Benefits & conditions

Be an Early Applicant In-Office Thornton, CO, USA 75K-95K Annually Junior In-Office Thornton, CO, USA 75K-95K Annually Junior Supports commercialization of Atomic Layer Deposition equipment and processes through engineering documentation, equipment testing, validation, commissioning, process troubleshooting, data analysis, and customer support. Assists with PFDs, P&IDs, specifications, manuals, SOPs, factory acceptance testing, root-cause investigations, design reviews, and technical deliverables. Collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, operations, project teams, and customers in office and battery prototype manufacturing environments, with up to 15% travel. The summary above was generated by AI, Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually. The salary range for this exempt position will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and alignment with internal equity among current employees.

Benefits Offered:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life and Disability Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • FSA and HSA Programs

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Floating Holidays

  • Paid Company Holidays

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