Characterization Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-21
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Engineering
Quality Engineering
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Business Unit:USA
Job Introduction Who We AreIQEisaleadingglobalsupplierofcompoundsemiconductorwafersandadvancedmaterials.
Asoneoftheonlycompoundsemiconductorepitaxyfoundrieswithworldwidepresenceandscalablemanufacturing,IQEdrivestechnologygrowth.
Ourvisionistobethetopproviderofadvancedsemiconductormaterialsbydeliveringexceptionalquality,service,and innovation,makingusthefirstchoiceforcustomers.
Ourstrengthcomesfromourdiverse,expertworkforceandaculturebuiltonintegrity,accountability,excellence,teamwork,andvaluingpeople.
At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact on the environment.
Abouttherole- Split work between the cleanroom environment, following all required protocols and procedures and the office.
- Supportahighlevelofcleanlinessbycompletingscheduledhousekeepingtasks.
- Complywithallcompanypolicies,SOP(Standard Operating Procedures ),Work Instructions,andrecordkeepingrequirements.
- ComplywithallEHSprotocolsandrequirements.
- Complywithallhealthandsafety,HR,environmentalqualityandcybersecurityguidelinesandproceduresinternallyandwithinthescopeofbusiness,ISO,andregulatoryrequirementsasitpertainstothejobfunction.
- Haveclearunderstandingofchemicalsandsubstancesintheworkplaceandfollowstrictguidanceforhandlingofsuchsubstances,whichcouldincludePPErequirements.
- Fosteracollaborativeworkenvironmentandpromoteteamworkacrossdepartments.
- Therolemayrequireadegreeofflexibilityinworkinghours,whichwillbediscussedandagreedtosupportbothindividualandorganizationalneeds.
- Adhere to the competency management process, completing assigned tasks, training and approvals in a timely manner.
- Use computerized tools and software to follow process and routine tasks, accurately recording all works carried out for traceability and within the scope of the role.
- Beaccountableforongoingobjectives.
- Supportscontinuousimprovementinitiatives.
- Have intermediate level of experience and competence with troubleshooting.
- Liaise with other site functions to ensure daily targets are met.
- Havegoodcompetenceandexperiencewiththefollowing:
- In-Line Metrology(ILM) toolswithanunderstandingofapplicationandoperation.
- Destructivemetrologytoolswithanunderstandingofapplicationandoperation.
- Deviceprocessingequipmentwithanunderstandingofapplicationandoperation.
- Chemicaletching.
- Electricalandopticaltestingproceduresoffabricateddevicesindependently,followingtraining.
- Havegoodcompetenceandexperienceofrelevantcomputersoftwaresystemstofollowandprocessroutinetasksaccurately,recordingallworkscarriedoutfortraceability.
- Haveagoodunderstandingofscheduledroutinecalibrationandmonitoringtasks.
- Support corrective/preventive actions, problem solving, failure analysis, process qualification, and root cause investigations for areas of responsibility.
- Assists in defining the scheduled routine calibration and monitoring, performing regular daily, weekly and monthly tasks.
- Performotherfunctionsanddutiesasrequired.
- Experience Requirementsforthe Characterization Engineer –P2:
- Advancedexperiencein Characterizationorequivalentmanufacturingfield.
- 7+Yearsexperiencein Characterizationorequivalentcombinationofeducation,experience and/orknowledgeisdesirable.
- Experience of working in Characterization or Engineering functions.
- Experience of working effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Qualification Requirements for the Characterization Engineer – P2:
- Level4-5
Qualificationor2-Year/associate’sdegreeinengineeringorrelatedtechnicalfield. - Specialized technical qualifications relevant to the role.
- Allouremployeesbenefitfrom:
- Long Term Incentive Plans
- (LTIPs)
Professional Developmentandcareerpathways - Marketcompetitivebasesalariesreviewedbi-annually
- Comprehensivehealthinsuranceofferingmedical,prescription,dentalandvision coverage. Company paid
Lifeand Disability Insurance . - Longserviceawards5,10,15,20,25and
30 years Values-basedrecognitionawards. - Employee Assistance Program (Freefamily,legal,financialandcounsellingsupport
24/7
- Access)
- 401k Planwithcompanymatchofupto
50% onthefirst 6% oftheemployee’scontributions.
IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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