Principal Process Engineer - Photolithography

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in photonics is looking for a skilled Principal Engineer. The role focuses on optimizing photolithography processes and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions. Key responsibilities include overseeing equipment maintenance and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have expertise in photolithography for InP applications and the ability to implement emerging techniques. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications

• Skilled in advanced photolithography processes, particularly for InP photonics.
• Experience in equipment installation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with device design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of advanced photolithography processes.
• Oversee equipment installation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with design teams for manufacturable prototypes.
• Establish process control and characterization methodologies.
• Research and implement emerging photolithography techniques.

Skills

Photolithography expertise

Process optimization

Collaboration skills with cross-disciplinary teams

Technical guidance

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...