Principal Device Physicist

Plessey Semiconductors Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Device Physicist to join their Device Engineering Team. The role focuses on developing measurement techniques applied to micro-LED structures and coaching less experienced engineers. Candidates should have substantial experience in semiconductor devices, a Ph.D or MSc in a related field, and strong analytical skills. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities to work with world leaders in consumer technology.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Group personal pension plan

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised gym

Private health and dental schemes

Free on-site parking

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in semiconductor measurement and modeling.
• Hands-on experience with optical and electrical characterization techniques for LEDs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop measurement and modeling techniques for new technologies.
• Collaborate with Process Development and Architecture teams.
• Produce reports for dissemination of results.

Skills

Semiconductor device physics

Optoelectronic principles

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Ph.D or MSc in Physics, Electronics or other suitable discipline

Tools

Optical characterization techniques

Electrical characterization techniques

Job description

The Vacancy

About the Role

Plessey is seeking a Principal Device Physicist to join its Device Engineering Team. This is a key role focusing on the development of measurement and modelling techniques applied to MQW micro-LED structures & advanced optical device development. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in the understanding of semiconductor devices and will be able to support and coach less experienced engineers in the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking a central role in developing new and applying existing measurement and modelling techniques to help to develop new technologies
• Developing novel measurement methods for QW micro-LED structures
• Working in close collaboration with the Process Development and Process Architecture teams
• Identifying reasons for and solutions to performance limiting behaviour
• Developing and introducing new techniques to help characterise and understand the operation of our micro-LED structures & optical computing technologies
• Liaise with research institutions such as universities and government laboratories with a view to commissioning work outside of the scope that is possible within Plessey
• Produce clear and concise reports for dissemination of results among the engineering community

Experience & Attributes

• Ph.D or MSc in Physics, Electronics or other suitable discipline
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor device physics and optoelectronic principles
• Hands-on experience with optical and electrical characterization techniques for LEDs or photonic devices
• Substantial experience in semiconductor measurement and modelling
• Substantial industry experience in the measuring and modelling of semiconductor devices with knowledge of QW LED structures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Advantage

• Experience with high-density MicroLED arrays, photonic integrated circuits, or optical computing devices
• Knowledge of ultrafast device characterisation, optical modulation, and reliability testing
• Understanding of quantum or nonlinear photonic effects relevant to optical computing

The Company

Plessey is working with world leaders in consumer technology, who are paving the way with innovative next-generation Augmented Reality and wearable applications, based on advanced microLED display solutions.

Challenging existing display technologies, microLEDs are propelling forward a vast, yet stagnated market, changing the way we interact with our devices, both for information and entertainment.

Drawing on over a decade of semiconductor and optoelectronics expertise, Plessey has developed an award-winning, unique, and proprietary GaN-on-Silicon platform and monolithic process at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Life at Plessey

For more information, visit www.plesseysemiconductors.com/careers.

The Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme
• Group personal pension plan and life assurance
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Subsidised gym and subsidised canteen
• Private health and dental schemes
• Free on-site parking
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free fruit and hot drinks
• Employee referral scheme
• Technology & innovation awards programme
• Staff events

Testimonials

Jacquiline, Principal Process Engineer

"Working with Plessey has opened many learning opportunities for me especially in R&D side of things. Most of my working experience has been with the manufacturing and product transfers. Here at Plessey, I get to be involved in the actual development of new technologies. Also, I am learning not just Lithography, but the whole process itself. It\'s been a great experience so far."

Ross, Device Engineer

"Working for Plessey allows me to continually deepen my understanding of phenomena and characterisation techniques that are not just specific to uLED displays, but apply to various applications within the semiconductor industry. With Plessey having a FAB on site, there are a large range of amicable colleagues within reach who specialise in fields across the process, starting from MOCVD specialists for GaN to experts in device testing and solid-state physics."