Equipment Engineer

Snap Inc.; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Snap Inc. in Abingdon, United Kingdom is seeking an Equipment Engineer to join the Specs Inc. equipment/maintenance team. You will maintain semiconductor manufacturing tools and cleanroom infrastructure, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safe operation of the facilities.

You will work with cross‑functional teams, manage inventories, and coordinate with external service providers for major repairs and upgrades, contributing to high‑quality, reliable production environments.

Qualifications

• H&D or Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Optics or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years in clean room or chemical laboratory in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Experience with vacuum technology, high‑purity gas, and chemical delivery systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS for tracking work orders, preventative maintenance, and asset history.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service semiconductor manufacturing equipment and cleanroom infrastructure.
• Perform equipment daily checks, preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Re-stock and manage supplies for the equipment area.
• Document equipment processes and calibration activities.
• Oversee facility and infrastructure upkeep in the cleanroom.
• Monitor cleanroom activities to ensure safe operation of tools.
• Coordinate with external service providers for major repairs and upgrades.

Skills

Semiconductor equipment

Maintenance planning

SPC

CMMS systems

Cleanroom experience

Asset & inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

H&D or Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Optics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Data logging software

Vacuum technology

Gas delivery systems

Job description

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly‑owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.

Specs Inc. is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Snap Inc. dedicated to making computing more human. The company develops Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world.

Specs feature see‑through lenses that place digital objects directly into three‑dimensional space, powered by Snap OS, a proprietary, context‑aware operating system designed for natural interaction with your hands and voice.

Specs Inc. also provides Lens Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services.

We're looking for an Equipment Engineer to join our Equipment/Maintenance team at Specs inc!

What you’ll do:

• You will maintain and service semiconductor manufacturing and process equipment and infrastructure in our Cleanroom
• Equipment daily checks, preventative maintenance and repair
• Re‑stocking and supply management
• Equipment process documentation and calibration
• Facility & infrastructure upkeep
• Monitor user activities in the clean room to ensure proper and safe operation of the tools
• Reach out and coordinate with external services to assist in any major equipment repairs and upgrades

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with semiconductor processing equipment and facilities including installation, preventative maintenance planning, and troubleshooting
• Deep‑level technical expertise in one or more major semiconductor process areas, such as thin‑film deposition, lithography, or etch.
• Experience implementing and maintaining Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems for monitoring equipment performance and yield.
• Proficiency with equipment control software and data logging systems for fault isolation and performance tracking.
• Experience of working in a cleanroom environment
• Asset & Inventory management experience
• Systematic problem solving
• Experience working and collaborating closely with cross functional teams - internally and externally with suppliers
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic product development environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• H&D or Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Optics or Electrical Engineering
• Prior work (7+ years) in clean room or chemical laboratory in a semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with vacuum technology, high‑purity gas, and chemical delivery systems.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for tracking work orders, preventative maintenance, and asset history.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Optics or Electrical Engineering
• Startup and commissioning of Facilities systems.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

Default Together Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long‑term success!