Process Cleanroom Engineer
Heat2Power
Other Engineering · Full-time
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Posted on Sep 16, 2025
Heat2Power is pioneering the world’s most efficient solid-state heat engine: the Air-Bridge Thermal Photovoltaic (TPV) cell. Our breakthrough technology converts infrared radiation into electricity at efficiencies exceeding 45%, unlocking new opportunities in power generation and thermal energy storage. We are seeking a motivated and talented Process Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will help fabricate and scale the next generation of Air-Bridge TPVs to meet increasing customer demand.
The TPV Process Engineer will:
- Work in the Lurie Nanofabrication Facility (cleanroom) located at the UM and at H2P
- Fabricate TPV cells using cutting-edge semiconductor processes including lithography, physical vapor deposition, wafer bonding, chemical etching, metrology, dicing, etc.
- Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team on the design, fabrication, and characterization of TPV devices.
- Drive process improvements and innovations that will enable scalable manufacturing
This position offers an opportunity to join a fast-paced startup at the forefront of energy innovation, where your work will make a direct impact on the company’s growth and on the future of modular power generation.
Requirements:
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent degree
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- A track record of solving challenging engineering problems and working productively in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of clear reporting with a strong attention to detail
- Flexibility to accept new tasks and go beyond one's comfort zone to pursue the solution to new and unexpected problems
- A positive attitude and a strong motivation to work with a great team and product
Preferred Skills:
- Substantial experience with microfabrication processes and tools, including lithography, physical vapor deposition, wafer bonding, chemical etching, dicing, etc.
- Experience using materials characterization equipment, including SEM/TEM, FTIR, XRD, contact/optical profilometry, and ellipsometry.
- Understanding of semiconductor device operating principles
- Competency in data analysis and statistics
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Medical healthcare coverage
- Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
- Opportunity to work in a high-growth startup environment with direct impact in clean energy
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities
- Professional growth and mentorship opportunities in semiconductor device fabrication and energy technology
- Ann Arbor (MI) is widely considered one of the best places to live in the U.S. for its high quality of life, strong education system, vibrant cultural scene, and beautiful natural environment
Contact:
If you believe you are a strong candidate for this role, please submit your 1-2 page resume to mcsherry@heat2power.us with a subject line title "H2P Process Engineer – Last Name"
Heat2Power is an equal opportunity employer.