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Vacuum Systems Engineer - PVD / Thin Film Deposition

Parkside Office Professional
Posted 4 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Location

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP10 8EF

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Vacuum Systems Engineer – PVD / Thin Film Deposition is available in High Wycombe, offering a salary between £40,000 and £60,000 per annum based on experience.
  • This full-time, permanent position requires a background in vacuum technologies, PVD systems, or related instrumentation, along with relevant experience.
  • Key responsibilities include designing and developing high vacuum deposition systems, testing hardware, and supporting customer installations both in the UK and internationally.
  • Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with CAD and control systems, and the ability to work collaboratively in a small engineering team.
  • The position is on-site in Oxfordshire and is open for applications to start as soon as possible.
Ref: 124575Role: Vacuum Systems Engineer – PVD / Thin Film DepositionLocation: High WycombeWorking hours: Full-time | Permanent | Monday to Friday Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)Parkside Recruitment are seeking a Vacuum Systems Development Engineer to play a key role in the design, build, and refinement of precision bench-top PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) systems. This position offers a great opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge hardware used in research institutions and high-tech industries worldwide.What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Designing and developing HV (high vacuum) and UHV (ultra-high vacuum) deposition systems
  • Assembling, testing, and optimising hardware for performance and reliability
  • Supporting customer system installations, occasionally on-site in the UK and internationally
  • Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineers to implement improvements and custom configurations
  • Troubleshooting and refining prototypes to enhance usability and system functionality
  • Providing technical documentation and contributing to design iterations based on real-world performance
What We're Looking For:
  • Experience with vacuum technologies, PVD systems, or similar instrumentation
  • Background in mechanical engineering, electronics, physics, or related technical field
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to prototyping and assembly
  • Familiarity with CAD, control systems (e.g. LabVIEW or PLC), or electronics is an advantage
  • Ability to work on-site as part of a small, agile engineering team
  • Clear communication skills and a practical mindset
Location: Oxfordshire (on-site, with some flexibility) Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP How to Apply:How to Apply: Please send your CV to

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