Lead Optical Characterization Engineer (DRI)

STMicroelectronics; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics Imaging in the UK seeks a Direct Responsible Individual (DRI) Characterization Engineer to lead characterization activities for advanced imaging technologies. You will plan, coordinate, and report measurements to deliver credible data that informs design, development and qualification.

You will collaborate with design, process, technology development and validation teams across sites, translate technical questions into actionable programs, mentor engineers, and help advance

Qualifications

• Honours degree or higher in Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Photonics or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor devices, image sensors, photonic devices or related technologies.
• Experience in optical and/or electro-optical characterization and measurement techniques.
• Proven ability to plan and manage complex technical work packages or projects.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills with attention to measurement quality and scientific rigor.
• Demonstrable experience in experimental design, validation and interpretation of results.
• Experience with programming and data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Direct Responsible Individual (DRI) for characterization activities within assigned projects or programs.
• Serve as the primary technical interface between Optical Characterization and project stakeholders.
• Define characterization strategies, measurement plans and deliverables aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate characterization activities across multiple disciplines, teams and sites.
• Ensure characterization work is delivered to agreed schedules, quality standards and project milestones.
• Identify, communicate and manage technical risks, dependencies and mitigation actions.
• Drive prioritization of characterization activities in line with project needs.
• Review, interpret and challenge characterization results to ensure technical credibility and consistency.
• Present findings, recommendations and status updates to technical and management audiences.
• Support decision-making through clear analysis of device, technology and system performance.
• Develop and improve characterization techniques, methodologies and best practices.
• Contribute to the specification, development and maintenance of optical and electro-optical measurement capabilities.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on characterization approaches and data interpretation.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, traceability and reporting of characterization activities and results.

Skills

Optical characterization

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Honours degree in Physics or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Design of Experiments (DoE)

Automation systems

Job description

STMicroelectronics Imaging in the UK seeks a Direct Responsible Individual (DRI) Characterization Engineer to lead characterization activities for advanced imaging technologies. You will plan, coordinate, and report measurements to deliver credible data that informs design, development and qualification.

You will collaborate with design, process, technology development and validation teams across sites, translate technical questions into actionable programs, mentor engineers, and help advance