Staff Process Development Engineer (Dry and Wet etching)

Lumentum; Towcester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Lumentum in Towcester is seeking a Staff Process Development Engineer to join their team. This role involves new process development, continuous improvement, and operational support in a cutting-edge semiconductor fabrication facility. Candidates should have a background in semiconductor technology or related fields and a passion for process optimization.

As a crucial part of a multi-disciplined team, you will drive initiatives for yield improvement and operational efficiency while adhering to industry safety standards. The position offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor or photonic manufacturing environments highly desirable.
• Knowledge of SPC, DOE, Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve production processes.
• Develop and qualify new semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams for technology transfer.

Skills

Semiconductor Technology

Lean Manufacturing

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

HNC/HND, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, PhD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Job description

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!

Staff Process Development Engineer

Job Description Summary

Join a world leader and innovator in semiconductor and photonic device manufacturing as a Process Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to new process development, continuous process improvement, new product introduction (NPI), scrap reduction, cycle-time improvement, and operational support within a state-of-the-art semiconductor fabrication facility based at our Caswell site.

Technology Areas

Dry & Wet Etching

Develop, optimise, and maintain dry and wet etch processes for III-V semiconductor and photonic devices. Support plasma and wet chemical etch processes to achieve target etch profiles, selectivity, uniformity, and process repeatability. Drive process improvements, yield enhancement, defect reduction, and technology transfer from development into manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve production processes.
• Develop and qualify new semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Analyse process and equipment data using SPC, Six Sigma, and statistical methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform equipment qualification and cross-qualification activities to ensure continuity of supply, increase capacity, and reduce cycle times.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, operating procedures, engineering reports, and training materials.
• Ensure high levels of equipment availability through effective process control and tool monitoring strategies.
• Analyse, interpret, and respond to product and process data in a timely manner.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve process performance, yield, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Equipment Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to support new product introduction and technology transfer.
• Support fault finding, recovery, and performance improvement of process equipment.
• Lead or participate in yield improvement, defect reduction, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Meet individual and team objectives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Work in a semiconductor cleanroom environment, performing wet etching processes while adhering to safety protocols.
• Utilise a variety of software applications, including specialist semiconductor manufacturing and data analysis systems.
• Adhere to all site health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Education/Qualifications/Skills/Competencies

• HNC/HND, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, PhD, or equivalent industrial experience in Semiconductor Technology, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in semiconductor, photonics, compound semiconductor, MEMS, optoelectronics, silicon photonics, or other advanced manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of SPC, DOE, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• 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).

Job Challenges

• 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.

Other Requirements

• Attention to detail.
• 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 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. Able to work on shift if needed.

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.