About this role
A passion for solutions with light – that's the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF ! Based in Jena, a city with a long tradition in optics, we conduct application-oriented research in the field of photonics. We develop innovative light-based technologies and create state-of-the-art optical components and systems along the entire process chain—from design and simulation to manufacturing, integration, and application of customer-specific solutions and prototypes. When will you join us in shaping the future?
Be part of change
The » Functional Surfaces and Coatings« Department at Fraunhofer IOF operates modern coating equipment for optical and functional thin films. We are looking for a practically oriented technical specialist to support the reliable operation, maintenance, and servicing of ALD systems. The focus is on equipment availability, safe process execution, clear documentation, and support for process trials.
These are your responsibilities:
- Operate, monitor, set up, and clean ALD equipment according to defined work and safety instructions
- Perform routine equipment checks, preventive maintenance, and straightforward repair activities
- Replace precursor containers, gas delivery components, valves, seals, and other wear parts after appropriate training and approval
- Support fault analysis and troubleshooting and clearly document deviations and corrective actions
- Prepare substrates and samples, start standardized processes, and record process and quality data
- Maintain operating, maintenance, safety, and quality documentation as well as spare-part and consumables inventories
- Support engineers and scientists during process trials and the implementation of improved workflows