Inkjet Application Engineer for RF & Flexible Electronics

Soap Creek Resources

Pembroke (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking an Inkjet Application Engineer to advance a production‑ready printing platform for flexible electronics, today serving national security and commercial markets. The role focuses on optimizing inkjet and micro‑pen delivery systems, solving hardware/software challenges, and driving milestones for electronic and RF/microwave components.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in inkjet application development or additive manufacturing, with strong knowledge of printhead

Qualifications

At least 7 years of experience in inkjet application development or additive manufacturing, including at least 2 years focused on electronic, electrical, or RF/microwave components.
Advanced knowledge of industrial inkjet systems, including piezoelectric and thermal printhead technology, waveform tuning, micro‑pen dispensers, and fluid rheology.
Proficiency in troubleshooting industrial printers, debugging hardware/software issues, and refining print files using standard tools.
Familiarity with motion control systems, digital imaging tools, and metrology equipment such as drop-watchers and profilometers.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

Test inks, printheads, and substrates for print quality, cycle time, compatibility, and customer requirements.
Operate and optimize industrial inkjet printers and micro‑pen dispensers for high-precision electronic and RF components.
Evaluate fluid‑structure interactions and tune printing waveforms for flexible and RF/microwave electronics.
Collaborate with sales to define customer requirements, configure custom printing solutions, and prepare cost estimates.
Conduct proof‑of‑concept evaluations on specialized electronics substrates.
Support DoD and government contracts with white papers, proposals, and demonstrations.
Troubleshoot fluidic, hardware, software, and integration issues for field teams and subcontractors.
Identify printing and product performance risks and implement defect‑free solutions.
Conduct customer site visits, develop work plans, and adapt capabilities to customer needs.
Monitor progress against objectives and authorizations.
Train customer engineers and mentor junior staff.
Document design work and prepare technical reports and SOPs.
Use field data to guide internal R&D and suppliers in reducing production time and cost.