CVD Equipment Engineer, Solar Cells (Starlink)

About this role

SpaceX is seeking a CVD Equipment Engineer to oversee the PECVD equipment responsible for high-volume production of silicon heterojunction solar cells at their facility in Bastrop, TX. The role involves ensuring equipment reliability and performance while collaborating with process engineering to meet the ambitious goals of the Starlink satellite network.

What you'll do

• Manage installation and maintenance of high-throughput PECVD equipment
• Increase equipment reliability and uptime for large-scale production
• Conduct experiments to enhance production capacity and reduce defects
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment-related issues
• Collaborate with Process Engineers on equipment modifications

What they're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
• Experience with CVD or PECVD equipment
• Technical expertise in vacuum and RF plasma systems
• Knowledge of safety standards for hazardous materials
• Proficiency with statistical tools
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Project management skills
• Understanding of semiconductor or solar cell manufacturing