Mechanical Engineer

ATFI conducts work on defense contracts, so Applicant must be a US Citizen or US Person

Applied Thin Films, Inc. (ATFI) is a rapidly growing advanced materials company located in the Chicago area that develops high-performance ceramic products, including high temperature coatings and structural composites, for aerospace, defense, and other industrial applications. We are presently expanding our growth plans to meet demand of our unique products with focused efforts on production of raw materials, specialty chemicals, paints, and advanced materials.

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ATFI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with the following role and responsibilities:

• Assist in the operations of various coating systems and related work
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical equipment
• Assist technical team with various engineering tasks including, but not limited to, AUTOCAD, 3D printing, mechanical pumps

• BS/MS Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent with at least 5 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (Solid Works, Inventor preferred)
• Knowledge of automated process control equipment design, manufacturing and operation. Experience with new equipment installations
• Working knowledge of machining processes and ability to interface with machining vendors
• Expert knowledge in interpretation of product and manufacturing drawings and specifications that define coating requirements
• Experience with resistance furnaces, infrared & induction heating, RF plasma generation
• Working knowledge of materials technology, especially coatings and ceramic materials
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Applied Thin Films, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

ATFI conducts work on defense contracts, so applicants must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Competitive salary and opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology

Great work culture! Motivated and fun team of engineers and staff

9 paid holidays according to corporate holiday schedule