Senior Equipment Engineer

Nexperia; Manchester; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Job summary

Nexperia Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior Equipment Engineer to lead and coordinate the maintenance of specialist semiconductor equipment across Implant and Etch technologies. This hands-on, senior role focuses on equipment reliability, maintenance standards and technical improvement, working with shift engineers to resolve complex repair issues.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in fault-finding to component level, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering equipment improvements.
• Strong fault-finding to component level.
• Experience in semiconductor equipment maintenance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment maintenance programs across Implant/Etch technologies.
• Diagnose complex equipment issues, identify root causes and perform repairs.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers in maintenance and fault diagnosis.
• Create and maintain procedures for checks and maintenance activity.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-shift support.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Fault diagnosis

Equipment maintenance

Mentoring

Documentation

Continuous improvement

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

At Nexperia Manchester, we are looking for an experienced Senior Equipment Engineer to lead and coordinate the maintenance of specialist semiconductor equipment across our Implant and Etch technologies. In return, we offer you the opportunity to work with cutting edge machinery in a world class manufacturing facility. You will have huge scope for growth and development, alongside great earning potential and comprehensive benefits. Please note, we are only able to consider applicants with the right to work in the UK and won't offer visa sponsorship for this position. This position is working a 4 on 4 off, days 7am-7pm, shift pattern.

What our Senior Equipment Engineers do

As a Senior Equipment Engineer, you will lead and coordinate maintenance of semiconductor equipment in specific technologies (Implant/Etch), with a value up to £10m per tool. In addition, you will use your experience with fault finding to component level to diagnose the root cause of intricate problems, while coaching and mentoring junior engineers. This is a hands-on senior engineering role with clear responsibility for equipment reliability, maintenance standards, and technical improvement. You will work closely with shift engineers and wider manufacturing teams to resolve complex repair issues and ensure equipment remains safe, available, and optimised.

Key responsibilities include

• Maintenance Leadership: Lead effective equipment maintenance programmes across assigned technologies
• Fault Diagnosis & Repair: Evaluate and diagnose complex equipment problems, identify root causes, and complete appropriate repairs
• Equipment Optimisation: Monitor, maintain, and optimise equipment performance to enhance functionality and prevent problems
• Technical Coaching: Train and mentor less experienced engineers in equipment maintenance and fault-finding techniques
• Documentation: Create, review, and maintain procedures and documentation for equipment checks and maintenance activity
• Continuous Improvement: Lead equipment experiments, improvement actions, and technical projects
• Cross-Shift Support: Work with shift engineers to resolve complex repair issues effectively
• Flexibility: Respond flexibly to changing departmental and operational priorities

What you will need

Essential The ability to work a 4-on 4-off days, 7am to 7pm, shift pattern Degree /HNC/HND or relevant qualification in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent experience A proven track record of delivering technology or equipment improvements Experience in maintaining equipment within a light engineering or robotics background Solid understanding of electronic and mechanical principles Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills, including component level investigation Good communication skills, both written and verbally Strong training skills and technical familiarity with product and equipment Knowledge of tool FMEA/RCA and standard quality tools i.e 4c/8d's Beneficial Previous exposure to specialised semiconductor equipment, or maintaining equipment within a light engineering or robotics environment Experience of mentoring or managing less experienced engineers

Interview process

Stage 1: Recruiter review Stage 2: 30 mins Teams interview Stage 3: 60 mins on site interview & tour

What your benefits will include

• Remuneration & Reward – Starting base salary and shift allowance = £64480+ (DOE), plus a bonus scheme of up to 6%, excellent contributory pension scheme of up to 9%, recognition rewards scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme, income protection, 12 x salary life assurance
• Health & Wellbeing – 24.5 days annual leave + 182 roster days off, flexible benefits scheme, enhanced parental leave, on-site medical centre, enhanced sick pay, subsidised canteen, employee assistance programme, retail and entertainment reductions, and a variety of sports and social clubs
• Professional Development – Opportunity to complete a leadership and management qualification, possibility for funded academic support up to PhD level, employee goal setting and development plans, huge growth potential both internally and globally within the business, with both management and technical pathways
• Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability – A global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, working with suppliers who embrace and comply with the Nexperia Supplier Code of Conduct, and paid time off for every employee to support charitable work
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Corporate members of Neurodiversity in Business and a Disability Confident Employer. Dedicated Employee Resource Groups for Neuroinclusion, the LGBTQ+ community, and Women in Nexperia, with a commitment to increase women in management positions to 30% by 2030

Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright material and the word Nexperia is a registered trademark.

D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested. In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030. Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 12,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment. Looking to push boundaries in a company where your talents can shine? Join TeamNexperia.