Process Development Engineer; Lithography

Job Description Summary

Senior/Staff Process Engineer – Lithography. Join a world leader in semiconductor and photonic device manufacturing 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.

Lithography & E‑Beam Lithography – Develop, optimise, and sustain photolithography and electron‑beam lithography processes for advanced semiconductor and photonic devices. Operate, qualify, and support lithography equipment including scanners, steppers, mask aligners, coaters, developers, and e‑beam systems. Drive improvements in critical dimension control, overlay accuracy, yield, and process capability while supporting new product introduction and manufacturing operations.

• 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.

• 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.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, alone or as part of a team.
• Excellent attendance, time‑keeping, and punctuality.
• Self‑motivated and dependable with good communication skills.
• Professional attitude toward work and colleagues.
• Flexible approach to work and customer demand.
• Normal working pattern on weekdays with flexibility to work at other times if the business requires; ability 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.

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