Equipment Engineer

Redbridge Talent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company at the forefront of semiconductor technologies seeks an Equipment Engineer in Cambridge. The role involves critical responsibilities in supporting cleanroom operations, managing technical upgrades, and improving equipment reliability. Candidates should possess relevant engineering experience and problem-solving skills, and will benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental coverage

Contributory pension

Career development support

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor or chemical processing environments.
• Familiarity with wet etch processes is advantageous.
• Proven experience in maintaining complex technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cleanroom capability enhancements and manage equipment upgrades.
• Troubleshoot technical faults and implement maintenance protocols.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Education

Degree in engineering, physics, or related discipline

Job description

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Compensation: Competitive and based on experience. Includes a benefits package with private healthcare, dental coverage, and a contributory pension.

A fast-growing company at the forefront of next-generation semiconductor technologies is looking for a talented Equipment Engineer to support the development and maintenance of advanced systems within a cleanroom environment. This role is critical in ensuring smooth operations across both research and production functions. You’ll play a key part in sustaining, upgrading, and scaling infrastructure as the organisation continues to expand its high-tech manufacturing capabilities.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead initiatives to expand and enhance cleanroom capabilities aligned with evolving research and manufacturing needs.

Manage end-to-end equipment upgrade projects, from planning through to deployment.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical faults, delivering both reactive and preventative solutions.

Implement strategies to improve tool reliability and production scalability.

Develop and manage preventative maintenance protocols, including technical documentation.

Establish robust troubleshooting processes to minimize equipment downtime.

Oversee the installation and commissioning of new tools and systems.

Perform ongoing maintenance of critical facility equipment to ensure operational readiness.

Support cleanroom improvement plans in response to changing priorities or capacity requirements.

Requirements

Profile & Experience:

Previous experience in a similar engineering role, preferably in semiconductor or chemical processing environments. Familiarity with wet etch processes is advantageous.

Well-versed in both mechanical and electrical/electronic systems.

Proven diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Degree, HND, or equivalent practical experience in engineering, physics, or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience in maintaining and supporting complex technical equipment.

Comfortable delivering guidance and technical instruction to frontline teams.

Background in fluid dynamics or thermal systems would be a plus.

A forklift certification is desirable but not essential.

Attractive salary and immediate access to private medical and dental benefits.

Career development support and exposure to leading-edge semiconductor engineering solutions.

Collaborative environment that encourages cross-functional learning and progression.

Be part of a diverse team shaping the future of advanced technology manufacturing.

Job Description
Role: Equipment Engineer
Location: Cambridge, UK
Type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience. Includes a benefits package with private healthcare, dental coverage, and a contributory pension.

A fast-growing company at the forefront of next-generation semiconductor technologies is looking for a talented Equipment Engineer to support the development and maintenance of advanced systems within a cleanroom environment. This role is critical in ensuring smooth operations across both research and production functions. You’ll play a key part in sustaining, upgrading, and scaling infrastructure as the organisation continues to expand its high-tech manufacturing capabilities.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead initiatives to expand and enhance cleanroom capabilities aligned with evolving research and manufacturing needs.
  

• Manage end-to-end equipment upgrade projects, from planning through to deployment.
  

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical faults, delivering both reactive and preventative solutions.
  

• Implement strategies to improve tool reliability and production scalability.
  

• Develop and manage preventative maintenance protocols, including technical documentation.
  

• Establish robust troubleshooting processes to minimize equipment downtime.
  

• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new tools and systems.
  

• Perform ongoing maintenance of critical facility equipment to ensure operational readiness.
  

• Support cleanroom improvement plans in response to changing priorities or capacity requirements.
  

Requirements

Profile & Experience:

• Previous experience in a similar engineering role, preferably in semiconductor or chemical processing environments. Familiarity with wet etch processes is advantageous.
  

• Well-versed in both mechanical and electrical/electronic systems.
  

• Proven diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach.
  

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

• Degree, HND, or equivalent practical experience in engineering, physics, or a related discipline.
  

• Demonstrated experience in maintaining and supporting complex technical equipment.
  

• Comfortable delivering guidance and technical instruction to frontline teams.
  

• Background in fluid dynamics or thermal systems would be a plus.
  

• A forklift certification is desirable but not essential.
  

Benefits

• Attractive salary and immediate access to private medical and dental benefits.
  

• Career development support and exposure to leading-edge semiconductor engineering solutions.
  

• Collaborative environment that encourages cross-functional learning and progression.
  

• Be part of a diverse team shaping the future of advanced technology manufacturing.
  

Requirements
Profile & Experience: Previous experience in a similar engineering role, preferably in semiconductor or chemical processing environments. Familiarity with wet etch processes is advantageous. Well-versed in both mechanical and electrical/electronic systems. Proven diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Degree, HND, or equivalent practical experience in engineering, physics, or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience in maintaining and supporting complex technical equipment. Comfortable delivering guidance and technical instruction to frontline teams. Background in fluid dynamics or thermal systems would be a plus. A forklift certification is desirable but not essential.