Electronic Engineer II - R&D Laboratory

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc•Fort Collins, CO

12d•$75,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Energy is seeking an Electronic Engineer to support the R&D laboratory for the Plasma Power group. This hands-on role supports rapid experiment execution, equipment installation and maintenance, and process automation, contributing to new technology development. It is suited to an early-career engineer who enjoys experimental work, troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems, writing scripts for data capture and automation, and developing robust solutions in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Fort Collins, Colorado, in a standard office and laboratory environment. Infrequent domestic travel of approximately 5% may be required.

Requirements

Comfort with vacuum systems, including leak checking, pump types, gauges, and seals.
Comfort with RF power and matching basics, grounding, EMI/RFI, and shielding.
Comfort with gas handling, including MFCs, valves, regulators, purging, and pneumatics.
Comfort using Python, JMP, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or TwinCAT.
Comfort using standard laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, VNAs, RF VI probes, multimeters, leak detectors, and thermal sensors.
Ability to read schematics, PIDs, and wiring diagrams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently as needed and in a multinational, collaborative, highly innovative team environment.
Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics, plus 2+ years of hands-on experience with semiconductor or precision electromechanical systems; alternatively, an M.S. in one of these fields with 0 years of experience.
0–2 years of hands-on experience with semiconductor or precision electromechanical systems through internships, laboratory work, or senior projects; a master’s degree with no experience is accepted.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of RF engineering and plasma physics principles.
Basic understanding of power electronics and power supply technologies.

Responsibilities

Build Python/JMP scripts or LabVIEW routines to automate equipment and capture, clean, and analyze logs.
Write experimental reports that translate data into hypotheses, evidence, and next steps.
Design and execute DOEs to validate performance windows and sensitivities, and share findings with Engineering and Controls teams.
Maintain the laboratory EtherCAT mainframe and infrastructure.
Use mechanical design experience and CAD software.
Own uptime and maintenance of R&D semiconductor etch and deposition tools and ancillary equipment.
Triage equipment downtime and troubleshoot vacuum systems, RF/DC generators and matching networks, gas panels/MFCs, and thermal control systems.
Perform preventive maintenance suited to research cadence and implement failure Pareto and recurrence controls while maintaining experimental agility.
Conduct MSA/Gage R&R studies when measurement fidelity affects conclusions.
Modify R&D semiconductor etch and deposition tools and ancillary equipment, including planning and mechanizing non-standard configurations such as RF/DC generator and matching network changes and custom fixtures.
Maintain the laboratory and equipment in accordance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations.
Participate in regular safety team meetings, audits, and projects.
May assist in training other Advanced Energy employees on established processes.

Benefits

Annual pay-for-performance incentive plan.
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Multiple medical plans.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks.
7 days of paid sick time.
12 paid holidays.
8 hours of paid volunteer time off.
8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents.
Company-matched 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement.
Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs.
Voluntary critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance benefits.