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Xcimer Energy

Coatings Materials Scientist

Denver, CO · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) * Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) * Energy Dispersive ... Experience working with external coating vendors or contract manufacturers. * Knowledge of coating ...

Xcimer Energy

Coatings Materials Scientist

Denver, CO · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) * Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) * Energy Dispersive ... Experience working with external coating vendors or contract manufacturers. * Knowledge of coating ...

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What is the difference between Contract Electron Microscopy vs Contract Transmission Electron Microscopy?

AspectContract Electron MicroscopyContract Transmission Electron Microscopy
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in materials science, biology, or related fields; training in electron microscopy techniquesSimilar credentials; specialized training in transmission electron microscopy (TEM) methods
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, or industrial settings using various electron microscopy techniquesLaboratories focused on high-resolution imaging of thin samples using TEM
Industry UsageResearch, materials analysis, biological imagingAdvanced materials research, nanotechnology, biological specimen analysis

Contract Electron Microscopy and Contract Transmission Electron Microscopy share similar educational backgrounds and work environments. The main difference lies in the specific techniques used: TEM focuses on high-resolution imaging of thin samples, while general electron microscopy may include SEM and other methods. Both roles serve research and industrial sectors requiring detailed microscopic analysis.

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Coatings Materials Scientist

Xcimer Energy

Denver, CO • On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities
  • Develop and optimize fluorine-resistant optical coatings for laser-facing components, including mirrors, windows, and diagnostic optics.
  • Design and evaluate fluorine-compatible material systems for broader system applications (e.g., chambers, fixtures, and exposed hardware).
  • Work closely with the optics and laser engineering teams to define coating requirements, performance targets, and integration constraints.
  • Lead hands-on coating deposition efforts, including thin film development, process tuning, and substrate preparation.
  • Design and execute test plans and Design of Experiments (DOE) to evaluate coating adhesion, durability, chemical resistance, and optical performance.
  • Perform detailed materials and coating characterization, including microstructural, compositional, and optical property analysis.
  • Analyze failure modes (e.g., delamination, degradation under fluorine exposure) and drive root cause investigations and corrective actions.
  • Develop and document coating processes, specifications, and qualification procedures.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to scale coating processes from lab development to pilot and high-volume manufacturing.
  • Support integration of coatings into system hardware, including validation under relevant operating conditions.
  • Contribute to the development of experimental infrastructure and coating test platforms within M&P.
Qualifications
  • Education: PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics or a closely related field.
  • Experience: 5-10 years of industry experience in coating development, materials engineering, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience developing optical coatings and/or protective coatings for harsh environments.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Thin film deposition processes (e.g., PVD, CVD, IBS, ALD,  sputtering, evaporation, plasma-based methods)
    • Coating adhesion, stress, and durability mechanisms
    • Optical coating performance (reflectivity, absorption, damage thresholds)
  • Hands-on experience with coating fabrication and processing.
  • Hands-on expertise with materials and coating characterization tools, including:
    • Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
    • Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
    • Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS/EDX)
    • X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
    • Optical microscopy and profilometry
    • Surface analysis and coating thickness/roughness measurements
    • Strong ability to correlate microstructure, composition, and processing conditions to coating performance
  • Experience designing and executing DOE and structured experiments.
  • Ability to independently troubleshoot complex materials and coating failures.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, hardware-focused environment.
  • Execution-focused mindset with the ability to move quickly from concept to validation.
  • Strong collaborator, able to work across optics, materials, and system teams
  • Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with statistical methods.
  • Experience writing technical reports, specifications, and documentation.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Desired
  • Experience developing coatings for chemically aggressive environments, particularly fluorine or halogen chemistries.
  • Background in laser optics, optical coatings, or high-energy laser systems.
  • Experience transitioning coatings from R&D to pilot or high-volume manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with scaling coating processes for industrial production.
  • Experience working with external coating vendors or contract manufacturers.
  • Knowledge of coating durability testing standards (thermal cycling, chemical exposure, laser damage).
  • Experience in system-level integration of coatings into hardware environments.
  • Highly hands-on and experimental, comfortable working in lab and hardware environments.
$140,000 - $170,000 a year
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