Steven Van Marcke

Senior Technical Specialist @ Europlasma

About

Experienced technical specialist with over 25 years of hands-on experience in plasma, vacuum, and coating technology. Specialized in testing, laboratory analysis, and operating and maintaining technical installations within R&D and production environments. Strong background in preparing and testing customer samples using plasma and coating processes. Proven ability to work accurately and follow procedures while contributing to troubleshooting and continuous improvements. Experienced in working with international teams in technical environments.Key strengths: • R&D testing and validation • Laboratory analysis and measurement • Plasma and coating processes • Troubleshooting and technical support • Operating and maintaining installations Hands-on, reliable, and focused on delivering consistent and accurate results in high-tech environments.

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent Metropolitan Area

Industry

Nanotechnology

Skill

Materials Testing, Equipment Operation, Technical Support, Quality Control, Process Support, Troubleshooting, Testing & Validation, Laboratory Analysis, Surface Treatment, Coating Technology, Vacuum Technology, Plasma Technologie, Coatings, Product Development, Research, Nanotechnology, Hydrophobic coatings, Hydrophilic coatings, DLC coatings, 5S

Experience

Senior Technical Specialist

Europlasma

2023-5 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

Oudenaarde

Conducting R&D tests and measurements in plasma and coating technology Preparing, processing, and testing customer samples using plasma and coating processes Conducting laboratory analyses to evaluate coating performance Setting up and operating plasma installations Supporting test setups and experiments Supporting troubleshooting and technical problem-solving Collaborating with international teams (FR/CH)

Research And Development Technician

Europlasma

2011-12 - 2023-6 · 11 yrs 7 mos

Oudenaarde

Testing hydrophobic and hydrophilic coatings Conducting laboratory analyses (microscopy, contact angle, thickness) Maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure reliable results Providing technical support for testing and production processes

Quality Technician

Fomeco

2011-7 - 2011-12 · 6 mos

Zwevegem Belgium

Conducting quality checks and problem analysis Contributing to solutions for quality issues

Process & Development assistant

Sulzer

2010-7 - 2011-7 · 1 yr 1 mo

Zulte

Participating in testing and process modifications Adjusting coating recipes

Product & Development assistant

Bekaert

2009-4 - 2010-7 · 1 yr 4 mos

Zulte

Participating in testing and process modifications Adjusting coating recipes

Shiftleader

Bekaert

2006-6 - 2009-3 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Zulte

Supervising the team and monitoring production processes Contributing to process improvements First-line troubleshooting of technical issues

Polisher

Bekaert

2005-2 - 2006-5 · 1 yr 4 mos

Zulte

June 2005 : followed training in the HQ of Seikoh Giken in Japan Polisher of optical disc moulds ( CD/DVD moulds) Surface preparation and polishing

Machine Operator

Bekaert Dymonics N.V.

1998-9 - 2005-2 · 6 yrs 6 mos

Zwevegem/Zulte

Start-up company in diamond-like coating technology. Operating production installations Conducting quality checks Training of new employees Expert in cleaning of CD/DVD moulds ( the highest mirror polished quality ).