Senior Diffusion Process Engineer: Yield & Innovation Lead

Nexperia; Manchester; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (£62k-£69k) + 38% 4

Bonus scheme up to 6%

Contributory pension up to 9%

33 days annual leave and benefits

Job summary

Nexperia Manchester is expanding its Semiconductor Process Engineering team. As Senior Staff Process Engineer you will lead key continuous improvement projects and manage escalated sustainment issues in diffusion/furnacing tech.

You will drive yield, cost and process capability improvements, support new product development and ensure robust, compliant processes across wafer fabrication. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor processing or diffusion/furnace environments.
• Degree or HND in a STEM discipline.
• Experience in project management.
• Strong problem-solving and initiative.
• Excellent cross-team communication.
• Ability to work under pressure with good prioritisation.
• Proficient with MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects in diffusion/ furnacing processes.
• Drive yield, cost, throughput improvements and process capability.
• Support new product development through process development.
• Maintain and review process documentation and compliance.
• Coordinate testing and metrology related activities.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are followed.

Skills

Process engineering

Diffusion furnacing

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Shift pattern 4x4

Diffusion Furnacing Tech

Education

HND or STEM degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Nexperia Manchester is expanding its Semiconductor Process Engineering team. As Senior Staff Process Engineer you will lead key continuous improvement projects and manage escalated sustainment issues in diffusion/furnacing tech.

You will drive yield, cost and process capability improvements, support new product development and ensure robust, compliant processes across wafer fabrication. Strong leadership and communication are essential.