Semiconductor Equipment Engineer — Continental Shift

Lumentum; Towcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Towcester is seeking an Equipment Engineer to provide technical support for wafer fabrication equipment. Ideal candidates have experience in maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems in critical manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, maintenance, and implementation of preventative strategies. The role requires an engineering qualification and offers a continental shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in complex electro‑mechanical system maintenance.
• Experience in high‑reliability, process-driven environments such as Semiconductor or Aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line engineering response for all equipment issues during shift operations.
• Conduct repairs, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance on semiconductor processing tools.
• Implement and support preventative maintenance strategies to maximise OEE and uptime.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic ability

Team-oriented approach

Effective time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading technology company in Towcester is seeking an Equipment Engineer to provide technical support for wafer fabrication equipment. Ideal candidates have experience in maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems in critical manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, maintenance, and implementation of preventative strategies. The role requires an engineering qualification and offers a continental shift pattern.