depositionstekniker

Depositionstekniker is a technical professional who specializes in thin-film deposition processes used to apply coatings to substrates, typically in cleanroom environments. They work in electronics, optoelectronics, photovoltaics, and coatings industries, supporting production and process development.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare substrates and masks; set up deposition programs; operate and monitor deposition equipment such as physical vapor deposition (PVD), chemical vapor deposition (CVD), atomic layer deposition (ALD) and electrochemical deposition; adjust parameters like temperature, pressure, gas flow, and deposition rate.

- Perform process runs, collect data, and assess film thickness, uniformity, adhesion, and microstructure with metrology tools.

- Troubleshoot equipment and processes, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure calibration and cleanliness of tools; document results and deviations in production logs.

- Uphold cleanroom protocols, safety standards, and handling of hazardous materials; collaborate with process engineers, QA, and production teams.

Processes and equipment:

- Physical vapor deposition (PVD) including sputtering and evaporation; chemical vapor deposition (CVD); ALD; electrochemical deposition.

- Vacuum systems, plasma generation, gas handling, and in-situ metrology techniques.

Education and career:

Most depositionstekniker have a technical upper secondary education or vocational training with specialization in materials science, physics, chemistry, or process technology. Many also pursue further education through Yrkeshögskolan or university courses and gain extensive on-the-job experience.

Workplace and outlook:

Typical employers are electronics manufacturers, semiconductor fabs, solar cell producers, and coating companies. The role is tied to sectors like microelectronics and photovoltaics, with demand driven by industry growth and innovation in thin-film technologies.