Process Development Engineer

Beneq Group Oy; Espoo; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beneq Group Oy is seeking a Process Development Engineer to join the TFS-series team and advance ALD thin-film technology in collaboration with research customers. The role focuses on designing and executing world-class ALD process development in a clean room, optimizing processes, managing projects, and documenting results for internal teams and external partners.

You will communicate with customers and stakeholders, contribute to product improvements, and apply DOE and statistical analyses to

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field.
• Deep understanding of ALD and thin-film deposition.
• Hands-on process development experience and DOE/statistical analysis.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and characterize films.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize ALD processes in a clean room.
• Lead process development projects and align with customer timelines.
• Document parameters, measurements, conclusions, and results.
• Serve as technical contact for customers and collaborate with product teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of development methodologies.

Skills

ALD processes

Thin-film deposition

Design of Experiments

Statistical analysis

Customer collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Materials Science

Job description

Help shape the future of thin film technology with one of the world's leading ALD teams.

We are now looking for a Process Development Engineer to join our dynamic TFS-series team within the Research Tools product line. If you have a passion for ALD, thrive in experimental environments, and enjoy working directly with advanced research customers, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Process Development Engineer, your mission is to design and execute world-class ALD process development to meet the demanding requirements of our research customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and optimizing new or existing ALD processes in a clean room environment.
• Conducting in-depth process development and optimization activities to demonstrate the value of our ALD tools and services.
• Scheduling and managing process development projects in line with customer timelines.
• Maintaining thorough documentation, including process parameters, measurements, and conclusions.
• Acting as the primary technical contact for customers and building strong, trust-based relationships.
• Collaborating closely with product team to drive continuous improvement of our products and ALD process related services.
• Continuously improving development methodologies and internal practices.

What We’re Looking For

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of ALD, thin film deposition, or a related application field.
• Hands‑on experience in process development and statistical analysis (including Design of Experiments and related simulations).
• Understanding of process hardware and capability to troubleshoot and fix it.
• Familiarity with thin-film characterization and measurement techniques.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in technical and scientific contexts.
• Analytical and structured problem solver with a passion for experiments.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent collaboration skills.
• Clear and confident communicator, both with technical experts and stakeholders.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to innovate.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with one of the world’s top ALD teams at the forefront of thin film innovation.
• A collaborative, low-hierarchy work culture with room to grow and take ownership.
• The chance to shape technologies that drive innovation across industries.

For more information about the position, please contact Otto Laitinen, Head of Product Line, TFS-Series by phone at [phone] at 10-11 AM (EEST) on August 15th, August 22nd or August 29th.