Epitaxy Process Shift Engineer

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United Kingdom - Towcester Northamptonshire time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
2026556

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* You will be a Shift Process Engineer responsible for the MOCVD (Epitaxy) process working a ‘continental’ shift pattern.  You will perform manufacturing activities and provide process support to a team of manufacturing technicians working alongside you.  This will involve:
* Supporting day to day production:  tool set-up, wet preparation work, analysis and interpretation of material characterisation data, visual inspection and data logging.
* Providing guidance to the Epitaxy manufacturing technician team.
* Developing a generalist’s knowledge of all MOCVD reactors and processes.
* Working within a cleanroom environment with the prerequisite use of cleanroom clothing.
* Working with various computer software packages including specialist computer systems.

You will be expected to be autonomous (after a period of intensive training) with the ability to set-up processes and react appropriately to process outcomes without supervision.

You will provide a professional quality of work, with real commercial impact, within a cost and time conscious environment as part of a multi-disciplined team.  The role presents significant opportunities for personal development and immediate contribution.
**** JOB DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
***** Carry out manufacturing activities according to process instructions without supervision, including the set-up, adjustment and operation of a variety of complex computer controlled equipment involved in the manufacture of photonic devices and other related products.
* Perform all of characterisation, data recording and production support functions relating to the epitaxy (MOCVD) process and analyse, interpret and respond to measured product as required.
* Co-ordinate work-area activity and interactions between the Manufacturing Management, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering and Facilities teams.
* Provide first-line support to the manufacturing technician team in response to any unexpected outcomes or out-of-spec events.
* Ensure routine checklists for process equipment and basic maintenance activates are completed.
* Participate in key information exchanges session as Epitaxy team handovers, etc.
* Support Epitaxy team in reporting out performance, statistics and organising workloads, etc.
* Meet individual and team targets and objectives.
* Adhere to all site safety and environmental procedures.
**** KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
***** Manufacturing Co-ordinator and Manufacturing Manger (to ensure the delivery of planned work).
* Interaction point between the Epitaxy Process Engineering team and the Manufacturing team.
* Epitaxy Equipment Engineering and Site Facilities teams (to help co-ordinate and tool and/or facility interventions).
**** REPORTS:
***** None.
**** EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/

COMPETENCIES:

******** Education/Qualification - Minimum:
***** 3 years of related experience or a degree (or equivalent) in an engineering or scientific discipline.
**** Skills/Competencies Essential:
***** Self-motivated and dependable with good communication skills
* Strong analytical skills and problem solving abilities.
* Ability to work as a part of a team to achieve targets under pressure.
* Ability to work without supervision whilst ensuring that all tasks are completed.
* Competent PC user (including the use of Microsoft Office).
* Meticulous, attention to detail is essential.
* Excellent attendance, timekeeping and punctuality.
* Self-motivated and dependable with good communication skills.
* A professional attitude to work and to colleagues.
* A flexible approach to work and customer demand.
**** Skills/Competencies Desirable:
***** Knowledge of working within a high-technology manufacturing or production environment.
* Knowledge of working within a…