Equipment Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electronics Engineer to support equipment operations in a cleanroom environment. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting and maintaining silicon wafer processing equipment, engaging in exciting projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position offers flexible working hours and a supportive campus culture, making it an ideal opportunity for professionals looking to grow in a dynamic engineering environment. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Electric car scheme

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance

On-site football pitch

Flexible working hours

Support for professional development

Access to training resources

Qualifications

• Experience in multidisciplinary engineering roles combining electromechanical and electronics.
• Ability to perform board-level and component repairs on electronic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment issues ensuring timely repairs and updates to production teams.
• Engage in projects including installing and modifying equipment.

Skills

Electromechanical Engineering

Electronics Knowledge

Circuit Diagram Understanding

Board-Level Repairs

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Self-contained Breathing Apparatus

Job description

Job Description

Equipment Engineer | Chelmsford

At the forefront of technological innovation, our client is a global leader with a stellar reputation, specializing in the development of cutting-edge products for high reliability markets including space / satellite, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, and medical imaging.

Role Description:

We are looking for an Electronics Engineer / Equipment Engineer with an interest in a wide range of disciplines to provide technical support to shift equipment engineers covering all areas of silicon wafer processing equipment, including packaging and testing. Projects will include equipment installations, improvements, and resolving underlying equipment issues. This equipment is housed within three clean areas requiring full gowning.

This is a multi-disciplined role where you work hands-on and gain experience working with gases, chemicals, robotics, vacuum, electrical, and electronics. The role is onsite, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times to suit you.

Responsibilities:

1. Respond rapidly to equipment issues using your electronics knowledge and experience, ensuring timely repairs and providing clear updates to production teams. Lead cross-functional teams within Teledyne and external engineers, recording actions and minutes of meetings for complex issues.
2. Engage in project work, including installing new equipment and making equipment modifications, providing necessary documentation and training.
3. Produce risk assessments for all equipment, host contractor reviews of method statements and risk assessments, and issue permits to work.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience in a multidisciplinary engineering role combining electromechanical engineering and electronics.
• Ability to understand circuit diagrams and perform board-level and component repairs on electronic equipment, including some vintage critical kit.
• Willingness to wear Self-contained Breathing Apparatus after passing medical and training.
• Due to cleanroom requirements, makeup is not allowed, and smoking is prohibited 4 hours before entering the cleanroom (non-smokers only).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Excellent campus working environment.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional leave.
• Free on-site parking and secure areas for motorcycles and bicycles.
• Electric car scheme and salary sacrifice options.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Life assurance.
• On-site football pitch with regular tournaments.
• Season ticket discounts for Greater Anglia Trains.
• Christmas shutdown for festive leave.
• Flexible working hours with a 37-hour week and core hours between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm.
• Support for professional development, including paid memberships to relevant professional bodies.
• Access to mentors and extensive training resources through the company university.
• A friendly and welcoming company culture.