Semiconductor Process Engineer

Our Oxford based client is currently searching for a Semiconductor Process Engineer to support the development, transfer and optimisation of coated consumable manufacturing processes within a cleanroom environment. The role will act as a technical bridge between R&D and Manufacturing, supporting NPI, design transfer, process capability, yield improvement and production problem-solving. The ideal candidate will have experience in chemical processing, surface engineering and coating technologies, ideally within a regulated, precision-manufacturing environment.

• Partner with R&D to develop and transfer manufacturing-ready processes for new products
• Lead/support technology transfer and NPI industrialisation, providing Design for Manufacture input
• Define Critical Process Parameters (CPPs) and Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs)
• Develop, optimise and control coating, surface preparation and chemical treatment processes
• Use DoE, statistical analysis and structured problem-solving to improve process capability, yield, throughput, cost and consistency
• Establish and monitor process KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Investigate production issues, process variation and yield loss using root cause analysis
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations and external suppliers/technology partners

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials/Surface Science, Chemistry, Physics or a related discipline
• Significant process engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment; semiconductor cleanroom experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with coating technologies and surface treatments
• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or JMP
• Practical knowledge of DoE, 8D, FMEA and structured problem-solving
• Strong analytical, project management, communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.