Senior Process Engineer

Interaction Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial inkjet technology in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Senior Process Engineer. The role involves leading process development in a cleanroom, driving cross-functional decisions, and influencing continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering and experience in wafer-level processing and manufacturing process development. This position offers exciting opportunities for technical leadership and career growth.

Benefits

Life Assurance Scheme X2

Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme (Employee 3% - Employer 6%)

22 days annual leave + public holidays

Dental Insurance

Holiday Buy Back Scheme

Training development and progression routes into leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in wafer-level processing, MEMS, or microfabrication technologies.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing process development, and cleanroom environments.
• Experience delivering robust processes for both NPI and production.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and support of advanced manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement across product introductions and production lines.
• Propose, risk-assess, implement, and validate process changes.

Skills

Wafer-level processing

Manufacturing process development

Statistical tools for defect reduction

Failure analysis

Mentoring and influencing teams

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline

Tools

Metrology tools

CAD

Python/MATLAB

Job description

Role: Senior Process Engineer
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary: GBP55,000-GBP60,000 per annum Dependant on Experience
Hours: Monday Friday, 08 00 Flexible hours available
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Client:

Interaction Recruitment has partnered with a global leader in industrial inkjet technology to recruit a Senior Process Engineer for their Cambridgeshire operations. This organisation is renowned for its innovation in precision microfabrication and advanced manufacturing. The role offers the opportunity to lead process development in a cleanroom environment, influence cross-functional decisions, and contribute to the industrialisation of cutting-edge technologies. Ideal for professionals seeking technical leadership, continuous improvement, and long-term career growth.

Package:

• Life Assurance Scheme X2
• Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme Employee 3% - Employer 6%
• 22 days annual leave + public holidays (30 days overall)
• Dental Insurance
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme
• Training development and progression routes into leadership

The Duties:

• Lead the development, optimisation, and support of advanced manufacturing processes
• Drive continuous improvement across both new product introductions and existing production lines
• Implement in-process controls to reduce variation and improve consistency
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning
• Identify and prioritise cost-saving opportunities
• Propose, risk-assess, implement, and validate process changes
• Support the introduction of new equipment and technologies

The Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
• Proven experience in wafer-level processing, MEMS, or microfabrication technologies
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing process development, SPC, and cleanroom environments
• Skilled in failure analysis, FMEA, and statistical tools for defect reduction
• Familiarity with metrology tools (e.g. SEM, optical profilometry, microscopy)
• Experience delivering robust processes for both NPI and production
• Ability to work independently, mentor others, and influence cross-functional teams
• Desirable: CAD for tooling design, Python/MATLAB for data analysis, Six Sigma certification, experience in semiconductor or optoelectronic device manufacturing

Interaction Recruitment:
We have specialist consultants across various industries within the UK, including but not limited to Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support.

For more information regarding this position or to discuss other opportunities, contact us at:
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