Job Title: Photonics Process Development Lead
Location: Suffolk, UK : onsite working required
Job Type: Full:Time, Permanent
Experience Level: Senior / Expert
Key Responsibilities:
:Lead the design and optimization of InP wafer processing methods, including epitaxy, photolithography, deposition, etching, and metrology.
:Collaborate closely with cross:functional teams to ensure effective integration of fabrication processes into device manufacturing.
:Design and implement Design of Experiments (DOE) to enhance yield, reproducibility, and device performance.
:Troubleshoot and resolve technical process issues to ensure consistent quality and minimal downtime.
:Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians, promoting continuous development and knowledge sharing.
:Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive advantage.
:Document process flows and work instructions, ensuring compliance with quality and safety protocols.
:Communicate findings and process insights effectively to internal stakeholders and management.
Qualifications and Experience:
Required:
:Ph.D. in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
:Over 15 years of hands:on experience in semiconductor wafer processing, with a focus on III:V materials (e.g., InP, GaAs).
:In:depth knowledge of photonics fabrication processes and equipment.
:Proficiency in statistical process control and data analysis.
:Strong leadership and communication skills.
:Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in semiconductor manufacturing.
Please get in touch with Christina McGuire to hear more about this position and similar roles.