Equipment Engineer

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Plessey has a long history of innovation. Founded in 1956, we have evolved from one of Europe’s earliest semiconductor pioneers into the world’s most advanced micro

LED specialist. Over the decades, Plessey has built a first class, fully integrated platform designing, manufacturing, and engineering next‑generation display technologies entirely in-house. This end to end capability, combined with our strong IP portfolio, uniquely positions us to lead the scaling of Micro

LEDs from lab innovation to high‑volume production.

Our future is even brighter. We believe Micro

LEDs will define the next era of technology—powering ultra‑efficient AR/VR displays, driving optical processors that make AI faster and more sustainable, and enabling devices yet to be imagined. With our unique expertise and talented team, we are positioned to lead this transformation.

It’s an exciting time to join us:
Plessey has recently been acquired by Haylo Labs
, accelerating our growth and opening new opportunities.

• Commitment
• Care

Plessey is seeking a Shift Equipment Engineer to support the performance, reliability, and safety of a wide spectrum of semiconductor electronic equipment within our advanced micro

LED production environment. This is a hands‑on role offering the opportunity to develop deep expertise across complex toolsets, contribute to next‑generation display technology, and play an important part in the growth of a rapidly expanding manufacturing operation.

• Carry out maintenance and repair of a wide spectrum of semiconductor electronic equipment
• Perform equipment qualification to ensure tools meet performance and safety requirements
• Support FAB production operations, including gas bottle and chemical changeovers
• Serve as an active member of the site Emergency Response Team
• Ensure all work is completed in line with defined quality, safety, and cleanroom standards
• Provide full support for critical equipment areas, including product loading/unloading, maintenance, process monitoring, repairs and improvement activities
• Deliver project work and continuous improvement initiatives as agreed with the team leader

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant technical apprenticeship
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with maintenance, repair, and fault‑finding on electrical, electronic or mechanical equipment
• Proven troubleshooting, fault‑finding, and problem‑solving capability
• Strong understanding of electro‑mechanical systems and ability to apply knowledge to new equipment types
• Strong team working skills and a highly motivated, organised approach with a “can‑do” attitude

• Experience working with or maintaining semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Semiconductor Manufacturing

Location:

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom.