Forge Nano, Inc. · 2 months ago
IT Control Engineering Manager
Thornton, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
8+ years expForge Nano is a leader in Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and advanced surface engineering, enabling breakthroughs in semiconductors, batteries, aerospace, and advanced materials. The IT Control Engineering Manager will lead the Controls Engineering and IT/OT systems group, responsible for automation architecture and ensuring secure control of tools in R&D and production environments.
AutomotiveConsumer ElectronicsInformation TechnologyNanotechnology
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of control engineers and automation specialists
Define long-term controls and automation strategies aligned with company growth and SEMI equipment requirements
Drive standardization of control software and hardware across product platforms
Oversee design, programming, and validation of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control systems
Manage SCADA and data collection systems for tool monitoring, traceability, and predictive maintenance
Integrate equipment controls with MES/ERP systems (CiBZ) and ensure interoperability with fab-level automation
Ensure secure IT/OT integration, including industrial networks, firewalls, and data flow to enterprise systems
Lead adoption of Industry 4.0 and innovative manufacturing technologies
Implement cybersecurity and redundancy strategies to meet SEMI S2, ISO 27001, and customer requirements
Ensure all control systems comply with SEMI S2/S8, CE/UL, and ISO 9001 requirements
Oversee functional safety design, interlocks, and risk assessments for semiconductor tools
Support audits, customer acceptance tests, and regulatory approvals
Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for control system development
Provide escalated technical support for field and customer issues
Collaborate with R&D, process engineering, and global service teams to optimize equipment performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or related field
8 - 10+ years in controls/automation engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven background in semiconductor or advanced equipment control systems (vacuum, gas delivery, robotics, automation)
Hands-on experience with PLC (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, etc.), SCADA/HMI, and motion control
Strong knowledge of industrial networking (EtherCAT, Modbus, OPC-UA, SECS/GEM)
Experience with tool integration in cleanroom fabs
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management abilities
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance
Holidays
Generous PTO
FSA
HSA with qualifying medical plan
Numerous voluntary benefits
401(k) with company match
Company
Forge Nano, Inc.
Forge Nano strengthens critical infrastructure – from semiconductors to batteries – at the atomic level.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$123.82MKey Investors
General Motors VenturesHanwha AerospaceTownsend Capital
2025-04-29Series D· $40M
2024-10-16Series Unknown· $10M
2023-05-30Series C· $50M
Leadership Team
Paul Lichty
CEO
David King
Founder and Director Of Technology
Recent News
2025-12-15
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