Senior Process engineer

Lumentum Operations LLC; Towcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical technology manufacturer in Towcester seeks a skilled engineer to enhance production processes and analyze tool data in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a semiconductor degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with SPC, 6 sigma, and a strong analytical background are essential. This role offers opportunities for personal growth and teamwork in a high-tech production setting.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of directly related experience in semiconductor processes.
• Familiarity with SPC and 6 sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of photonic integrated circuit manufacture is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve production processes.
• Analyze tool and process data for continuous improvement.
• Work closely with Product Engineering and R&D teams for new product introduction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork communication

PC proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Education

Degree in semiconductor discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

JMP

Minitab

Job description

locations United Kingdom - Towcester Northamptonshire

time type Full time

posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id 2025133

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve production processes.
• Analysis of tool and process data with continuous improvement based on SPC and 6-sigma principles.
• Equipment cross-qualification to ensure continuity of supply and to improve wafer fab capacity and reduced cycle time.
• Prepare and review technical documentation of procedures, publish results, and provide best practice training.
• Ensure high levels of tool availability through the use of effective process and tool control strategies.
• Analyze, interpret, and respond to measured product data in a timely fashion.
• Apply Lean techniques to improve process outcomes and tool performance.
• Work closely with the Product Engineering and R&D teams for new product introduction.
• Assist the Equipment Engineering group with fault finding and recovery of process tools and assist with developing improved tooling and tool support strategies.
• Meet individual and team targets and objectives.
• Work within a cleanroom environment.
• Work with various computer software packages including specialist or bespoke computer systems.
• Adhere to all site safety and environmental procedures.
• You will work within a multi-disciplined team from a wide range of backgrounds and a broad skills base to solve challenging problems with real commercial impact.
• You will provide a professional quality of work in a cost and time-conscious environment.
• You will develop an in-depth knowledge of a wide variety of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• The role presents significant opportunities for personal development and immediate contribution.

Education/Qualifications/Skills/Competencies:

• A Degree in a semiconductor discipline and at least 5 years of directly related experience.
• Familiarity with SPC, 6 sigma, and similar methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work as a part of a team to achieve targets whilst using a variety of communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision whilst ensuring that all tasks are completed.
• Competent PC user (including the use of Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of photonic integrated circuit manufacture would be an advantage.
• Working within a high-technology manufacturing or production environment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Knowledge of JMP or Minitab.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work under pressure, alone or as a part of a team.
• Excellent attendance, timekeeping, and punctuality.
• Self-motivated and dependable with good communication skills.
• Must have a professional attitude to work and to colleagues.
• A flexible approach to work and customer demand.
• The normal working pattern on weekdays with the flexibility to work at other times if the business requires.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

About Us

It’s an exciting time to join Lumentum! Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a market-leading manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and commercial laser customers worldwide. Lumentum’s optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. Lumentum’s commercial lasers enable advanced manufacturing techniques and diverse applications including next-generation 3D sensing capabilities. Lumentum is headquartered in San Jose, California with R&D, manufacturing, and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.lumentum.com .

We believe Lumentum is a great place to work and we support a diverse and inclusive culture where employees bring their whole and authentic selves to work. We strive to build meaningful connections that fuel innovation to produce products that impact the world. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to background checks, appropriate work authorizations, and depending on the country, drug screens may be required prior to the start date.

As a global employer, Lumentum is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Protected categories differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction but may include race, ethnic origin, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.