IGBR Product Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newport-on-Tay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Product Engineer to join their innovative team in Newport. This role involves supporting the introduction of cutting-edge silicon chip resistors and acting as the key interface between manufacturing and product lines. You'll be responsible for driving product development, analyzing customer issues, and recommending improvements while working closely with design and R&D teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-volume manufacturing in a dynamic environment, where your expertise will help shape the future of semiconductor technology. If you're motivated, results-oriented, and eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Care Insurance with BUPA

Employee Assistance Program

On-site Gym

Qualifications

• 3+ years of wafer fab experience with a strong understanding of semiconductor technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive product introductions and development in Newport through to customer qualification.
• Collaborate with design and R&D engineers to improve yields and develop new technologies.

Skills

Wafer Fab Experience

Knowledge of Semiconductor Devices

Process Module Development

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service Orientation

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

As a founding member of a new Product engineering group, based in Newport whilst reporting to the EFI Business Unit, you will support the introduction of wire bondable silicon chip resistors (IGBR).

The IGBR Product Engineer will:

• Be the interface between the manufacturing facility and the product line.
• Be the onsite expert in the resistor technology providing engineering support required to investigate yield and defect issues.
• Provide support from qualification of the technology into high volume manufacturing.
• Act as the point of contact to analyze and resolve customer product or quality issues.
• Recommend improvements, modifications, and possible design changes. Coordinate with the Fab for capacity and throughput of the IGBR product.

Location: The position is located in Newport, Wales. The role requires a mix of primarily office-based work, but will require working in a clean room to some degree.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Drive IGBR product introductions/development in Newport through to customer qualification.
• Work as a team with design, product, R&D, and process integration engineers to debug designs, improve yields, and develop new technologies.
• Lead by example, demonstrating the principles, encouraging participation from employees, and removing barriers to achieve Vishay’s objectives.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Experience interacting with customers would be a plus.

Desired Skills:

• 3 years plus wafer fab experience.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and industrial semiconductor technology.
• Hands-on experience in wafer fab process module development.
• Familiar with all modern manufacturing concepts such as JIT, Kaizen, Zero Defects, SPC, TQM, and TPM.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form through technical presentations and reports.
• Teamwork approach.
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, customer service-oriented, with strong leadership and communication skills.

What we offer:

• Health care insurance with BUPA.
• Employee Assistance Program with Health Assured.
• On-site Gym (small but resourceful).