Epitaxy Equipment Lead MOVPE/MOCVD Focus

Lumentum; Towcester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumentum is seeking a Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer at Caswell site to provide Equipment Engineering support, drive improvements, and minimize downtime on MOVPE/MOCVD tools. You will lead maintenance planning, assist with tool installations, and coordinate with process and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced wafer fab environment.

Role requires 5+ years in epitaxy or wafer fab, strong electrical/mechanical background, and familiarity with vacuum/pneumatic systems and hazardous gases.

Qualifications

• HNC or Degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or equivalent time-served apprenticeship.
• 5 years of experience within a Wafer Fab or Epitaxy Engineering environment.
• Electrical qualifications such as BS7671 18th edition would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Daily maintenance planning coordinating with Manufacturing and Process teams.
• Equipment improvements and upgrades and assistance with installations.
• Providing technical input to new tool procurement, commissioning and release to process.
• Working on MOVPE and associated equipment to minimize downtime during production. This will include phosphorous-trap and gas cylinder changes using SCBA (training will be provided).
• Oversee chemical, gases and spare parts control, chemical fills and waste management.
• Provide technical direction and instruction to Shift Technicians regarding procedures, safety and best practice.
• Assist with logistic projects, e.g. equipment relocation, cleanroom reorganization, shipping, etc.
• Assist with shutdown activities (some weekend overtime may be required).
• Liaising with equipment and spares suppliers and specialist service providers (including supervision of external contractors).
• Developing and delivering preventative maintenance strategies to maximise equipment utilisation and up-time.

Skills

Electrical engineering

MOVPE/MOCVD

Semiconductor manufacturing

Vacuum systems

Wiring schematics

Hazardous gases

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Lumentum is seeking a Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer at Caswell site to provide Equipment Engineering support, drive improvements, and minimize downtime on MOVPE/MOCVD tools. You will lead maintenance planning, assist with tool installations, and coordinate with process and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced wafer fab environment.

Role requires 5+ years in epitaxy or wafer fab, strong electrical/mechanical background, and familiarity with vacuum/pneumatic systems and hazardous gases.