Engineering Technician

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Engineer - Technician

📍 Champaign, IL | 💵 $60,000 – $90,000 | 🔬 Hands-On Role Supporting PhD Engineers in Advanced Plasma R&D

Vacuum Systems Engineering Technician 

Engineering background and experience required. 

We’re developing next-generation plasma and vacuum technologies — and looking for a Vacuum Systems Engineering Technician who enjoys working directly with PhD engineers to bring research concepts into functional, production-ready systems.

This is a hands-on, build-and-test position focused on assembling, troubleshooting, and improving high-vacuum systems used in plasma research and manufacturing. You’ll be part of a team where theory meets real hardware — helping to turn R&D breakthroughs into working prototypes and commercial products.

What You’ll Do

Assemble, test, and maintain high and ultra-high vacuum systems, chambers, and components.

Work closely with PhD engineers to execu...