Principal Process Engineer - Photolithography

Microtech Global Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a skilled Principal Engineer specializing in photolithography processes. The successful candidate will optimize processes, oversee equipment maintenance, and collaborate with design teams to translate photonic designs into high-precision prototypes. This role requires innovation in emerging technologies and a proactive approach to process control. Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities are available within a cross-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Skilled in photolithography processes and techniques.
• Experience with R&D and large-volume manufacturing support.
• Ability to lead cross-disciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of advanced photolithography processes.
• Oversee equipment installation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with design teams to create manufacturable prototypes.
• Establish process control methodologies for consistent yield.
• Identify and resolve lithographic issues and deviations.
• Research and implement emerging photolithography technologies.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams.

Skills

Expertise in photolithography processes

Process optimization

Collaboration with engineering teams

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Principal Engineer with expertise in photolithography processes. In this role, you will optimize existing processes to support R&D and manufacturing wafers. You will also collaborate closely with facility / equipment engineers and integration engineers to develop and lead new processes that meet emerging device requirements for future technologies. Additionally, you will provide support for the transfer of processes to large-volume manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of advanced photolithography processes tailored for InP photonics applications.
• Oversee photolithography equipment installation, calibration, and maintenance to ensure peak performance.
• Collaborate with device design teams to translate photonic designs into manufacturable prototypes with high precision.
• Establish stringent process control and characterization methodologies to ensure consistent device yield and reliability.
• Identify and resolve issues related to lithographic patterning and process deviations.
• Proactively research and implement emerging photolithography techniques, materials, and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams, fostering expertise and innovation in photolithography.

Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams, including epitaxy, etching, and device testin...