Staff Etch Process Development Engineer for Semiconductors

IC Resources Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources Recruitment is seeking a Staff Etch Process Development Engineer for an international client based in Northamptonshire, England. The role focuses on developing, optimizing, and supporting dry and wet etch processes for III-V semiconductor and photonic devices, driving process improvements and manufacturing efficiency in a semiconductor fabrication environment.

You will work with Product, Equipment, Manufacturing and R&D teams, apply SPC/DOE/Six Sigma methodologies, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in semiconductor or advanced manufacturing sectors such as photonics, III-V materials, MEMS, optoelectronics, or silicon photonics.
• Strong understanding of SPC, DOE, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing principles, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Experience with statistical data analysis, process optimization, and problem-solving in a manufacturing context.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Semiconductor Technology, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and enhance semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Optimize both dry and wet etch processes to improve performance, consistency, and yield.
• Analyze process and equipment data utilizing SPC, DOE, Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), facilitate technology transfer, and assist in scaling processes for production.
• Troubleshoot issues related to processes and equipment to enhance uptime and minimize defects.
• Lead initiatives aimed at improving yield, reducing scrap, shortening cycle times, and cutting costs.
• Collaborate effectively with Product, Equipment, Manufacturing, and Research & Development teams.

Skills

Semiconductor expertise

SPC

DOE

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Statistical data analysis

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Semiconductor Technology / Materials Science / Physics / Chemistry / Chemical/Electronic Engineering or related

Job description

IC Resources Recruitment is seeking a Staff Etch Process Development Engineer for an international client based in Northamptonshire, England. The role focuses on developing, optimizing, and supporting dry and wet etch processes for III-V semiconductor and photonic devices, driving process improvements and manufacturing efficiency in a semiconductor fabrication environment.

You will work with Product, Equipment, Manufacturing and R&D teams, apply SPC/DOE/Six Sigma methodologies, and contribute to