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Amat

Process Engineer (PVD) IV

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$147K - $202.50K/yr

... at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. As a Process Engineer, you'll play ... This role is for PVD process engineer in the PPS organization within HI Role Responsibilities:

MetOx International, Inc.

Senior Process Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99.30K - $128.40K/yr

... from problem definition through experimental validation and implementation. * Defines timelines, deliverables, and success metrics for engineering initiatives. * Tunes and optimizes key PVD process ...

MetOx International, Inc.

Senior Process Engineer

Houston, TX

$99.30K - $128.40K/yr

... from problem definition through experimental validation and implementation. * Defines timelines, deliverables, and success metrics for engineering initiatives. * Tunes and optimizes key PVD process ...

Applied Materials

Process Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$124K - $171K/yr

... for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. Key ... MS or PhD Experience: 2 years' experience of PVD, CVD, or ALD deposition process Additional ...

GlobalFoundries

PVD Process Technician

New York, NY · On-site

$43.10K - $70.60K/yr

Computer - computer sciences, technical, engineering, software knowledge. * Microsoft Suite ... Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally ...

Viavi Solutions

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$80.40K - $107.10K/yr

We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at ... The position involves hands-on work with technologies such as PVD-based thin-film deposition, high ...

Globalfoundries

PVD Process Technician

Malta, NY

$43.10K - $70.60K/yr

Computer - computer sciences, technical, engineering, software knowledge. * Microsoft Suite ... Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally ...

Ionbond

Process Engineer

Rockaway, NJ · On-site

Here's what you can expect from being part of our team: Diverse work environment where we embrace ... PVD/PACVD coatings and coating systems is required, along with familiarity with ISO quality ...

Ionbond

Process Engineer

Beachwood, OH · On-site

... PVD coating operations. * Identify, recommend, and implement improvements in plant performance to ... Here's what you can expect from being part of our team: Diverse work environment where we embrace ...

Ionbond

Process Engineer

Greensboro, NC · On-site

Here's what you can expect from being part of our team: Diverse work environment where we embrace ... PVD/PACVD coatings and coating systems is required, along with familiarity with ISO quality ...

Oclaro

Principal Thin Film Process Engineer

San Jose, CA

$130.85K - $186.90K/yr

Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PVD (DC, RF, Reactive) and EB Evaporation. Leverage extensive hands ... Own the end-to-end lifecycle of new equipment procurement, from defining technical specifications ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home pvd process engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Pvd Process Engineer vs From Home Cvd Process Engineer?

AspectFrom Home Pvd Process EngineerFrom Home Cvd Process Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in PVD processesBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in CVD processes
Work EnvironmentCleanroom, manufacturing facilities, R&D labsCleanroom, manufacturing facilities, R&D labs
Industry UsageSemiconductor, thin film coatingSemiconductor, thin film coating
Job FocusPhysical vapor deposition techniques, equipment operationChemical vapor deposition techniques, process optimization

Both roles involve working in semiconductor manufacturing environments, often remotely, with similar credentials. The main difference lies in the deposition method: PVD focuses on physical vapor techniques, while CVD involves chemical processes. Candidates should choose based on their expertise and interest in specific deposition technologies.

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Infographic showing various From Home Pvd Process Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 57% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 32% Contract. Highlights an 3% Physical, and 97% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.
PVD Process Engineer, Solar Cells (Starlink)

PVD Process Engineer, Solar Cells (Starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
PVD PROCESS ENGINEER, SOLAR CELLS (STARLINK)
Starlink believes in providing fast, reliable internet to those that need it most. We design, build, and launch the world's largest and most advanced satellite constellation that is capable of delivering high-speed internet to even the most remote locations.
As a PVD Process Engineer for our solar cell factory, you will spearhead state of the art production processes for an internal solar cell production line, providing high efficiency and high-quality solar cells for both our latest generation Starlink satellites and for Starship missions to the Moon and Mars. You will work through the life cycle of setting up a greenfield solar cell production plant, including equipment procurement, plant design/layout, equipment commissioning and ramp-up, recipe and process development, and working to develop a world-class production team and environment.
As a PVD Process Engineer, you will own the development, optimization, and scaling of Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes critical for depositing transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layers, such as ITO, and other thin films essential to high-efficiency SHJ cell performance. You will develop and iterate on the manufacturing processes and recipes to achieve a state-of-the-art silicon cell efficiency, low defect rate and cost, and high reliability cell for space-based applications. Your work will form the backbone of the Starlink network (photons of sunlight in is directly proportional to photons of data out to customers!) and help provide internet to tens of millions of customers all around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design, qualify, and optimize PVD sputtering processes (e.g., DC/RF magnetron sputtering) for SHJ front and back contacts, ensuring uniformity, adhesion, resistivity, and optical transmission at GW-scale volumes
  • Lead process development for new toolsets and materials, including target management, deposition rate optimization, and defect reduction to support state-of-the-art efficiency cells
  • Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining new and/or improved manufacturing processes, equipment, technologies, and facilities
  • Analyze production processes and machinery from a first principles, physics-based approach
  • Develop experiments to diagnose and correct manufacturing problems, utilizing robust DOE and statistical methodologies
  • Optimize process conditions and materials to improve the optical and electrical quality of solar cells
  • Perform defect characterization and analysis to determine root cause and develop action plans to improve yields
  • Develop project plans, budgets, and cost/benefit analysis for implementation of new processes or machines
  • Own and perform machine activation and testing with a small team of engineers and technicians
  • Prepare detailed content for technical design reviews, and demonstrate extreme ownership of the production outcome of the Starlink solar factory across yield, uptime, and cost

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of experience in chemical engineering design, analysis, and/or system implementation (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, environmental, or other STEM discipline
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in PVD process engineering, preferably in thin-film solar (SHJ, PERC, or CIGS), semiconductor, or display manufacturing
  • Proven track record of scaling PVD processes to high-volume production (>1GW/year equivalent)
  • Strong understanding of vacuum systems, plasma physics, sputtering dynamics, and thin-film characterization techniques (e.g., XRD, SEM, Hall effect)
  • Experience with SPC, DoE, and lean manufacturing principles
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
  • Hands-on experience working with complex fluid or mechanical based production systems in a professional setting
  • Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing and scaling to high volume as part of a cross-functional team
  • Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
  • Experience with solar cell manufacturing equipment, such as wet chemical processing equipment, PE-CVD equipment, PVD machines, metallization and final test equipment, and wafer inspection equipment (experience in evaporation tools and ALD tools are a plus)
  • Experience or expertise with perovskite solar cells or perovskite tandem solar cells
  • Experience with micro-structure analysis tools (SEM, TEM, EDX, SIMS, etc.) and optical/electrical characterization tools (UV-VIS, I-V, Resistance, etc.)
  • Expertise in SHJ-specific PVD processes, including low-temperature ITO deposition for bifacial cells
  • Familiarity with advanced PVD tools and automation/integration for inline production
  • Proficiency in data analysis/scripting (Python, R, SQL) and simulation tools (e.g., SIMTRA for sputtering).
  • Experience in cost-of-ownership modeling, CapEx justification, and fab ramp-ups to multi-GW scales
  • Passion for sustainable energy and space technology; prior work in photovoltaics at GW-scale a plus

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to travel frequently for work, potentially for extended periods of time during machine buyoffs and startup
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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