Principal Process Engineer - Photolithography

Microtech Global Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology firm in the UK is looking for a skilled Principal Engineer specializing in photolithography processes. You will lead the development and optimization of advanced processes while working closely with different engineering teams to create high-precision prototypes. The ideal candidate will possess strong collaborative abilities and a solid background in R&D and manufacturing, conducting thorough research on emerging techniques. Join us in shaping the future of photonics technology.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in photolithography processes.
• Strong background in R&D and manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize advanced photolithography processes.
• Oversee equipment installation and maintenance.
• Collaborate to translate designs into prototypes.
• Establish process control methodologies.
• Identify and resolve patterning issues.
• Research and implement new photolithography techniques.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams.

Skills

Photolithography expertise

Equipment calibration

Process optimization

Collaboration skills

Technical guidance

Research skills

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...