Principal Mechanical Engineer

Plessey Semiconductors Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company seeks a Principal Process Development Engineer to lead innovation in MicroLED and Optical Computing. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and extensive experience in process development within semiconductor industries. Responsibilities include optimizing fabrication processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role offers hands-on experience in a clean room, focusing on advanced technology improvements. This opportunity is crucial for driving progress and innovation in cutting-edge semiconductor technologies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in process development within semiconductor or high-tech industries.
• Hands-on experience in clean-room environments.
• Broad experience in semiconductor process techniques including lithography and etching.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimisation of fabrication processes for MicroLED and Optical Computing devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration.
• Participate in risk assessments and design reviews.

Skills

Process development

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Innovation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or Material Science

Tools

JMP

Python

CAM systems

Job description

Seeking a Principal Process Development Engineer with deep expertise in process development, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, hands‑on experience with advanced fabrication and characterization techniques, and a proven ability to lead cross‑functional R&D initiatives. Join a fast‑growing Process Development team pushing the boundaries of innovation in MicroLED and Optical Computing. Around 60% of your time will be spent in a state‑of‑the‑art cleanroom advancing process development, and the other 40% on planning, analysing data, and presenting insights to management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimisation of fabrication processes for MicroLED and Optical Computing devices.
• Work on all stages of process development, defining process architecture, developing process modules, and collaborating with process development tool owners to develop and optimise pixel performance.
• Constantly seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and improvement in the products and processes.
• Participate in risk assessments and design reviews.
• Identify the requirements for new tooling to support the MicroLED and Optical Compute development roadmap, including defining process recipe specifications and aligning with the process tool owner.
• Leverage R&D and process development experience to drive progress within a high‑performing, results‑oriented team.

Process Engineering Expert III‑V MicroTECH Global Ltd Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimisation of InP wafer processing methods, including epitaxy, photolithography, deposition, etching, and metrology.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure effective integration of process advances.

Requirements

• A PhD degree in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Material Science, or any relevant subject covering the field of III‑V semiconductor devices.
• 3+ years of extensive experience in process development within semiconductor, display, or related high‑tech industries.
• Expert knowledge of MicroLED or Photonics and/or Optical compute technologies.
• Hands‑on experience developing and optimising III‑V semiconductor device fabrication processes in a clean‑room environment.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics.
• Broad experience in semiconductor process techniques, including lithography (stepper and mask aligner), etch (RIE, ICP and wet etch), CVD, PVD, evasion, ALD, IBD.
• Design of Experiments and statistical analysis techniques.
• Expert experience of LED performance matrix and its measurement techniques such as IV response, electroluminescence, EQE, will be advantageous.
• Working knowledge of CAM systems and SPC.
• Ability to communicate clearly and convey design decisions to cross‑functional teams.
• Experience of risk analysis and design review processes.
• Track record of innovation, process optimisation, and scaling new technologies.
• Experience with JMP or Python for data analysis.
• Experience with mask design.