Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview
Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and innovative Principal Engineer with expertise in photolithography processes. You will work to optimize existing processes to support R&D and manufacturing wafers. Also, you will work closely with facility/equipment engineers as well as integration engineers. You will lead the development of new process modules to meet challenging device requirements for future technology, and also provide support to transfer processes to large volume manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and optimization of advanced photolithography processes tailored for InP photonics applications.
* Oversee photolithography equipment installation, calibration, and maintenance, ensuring peak performance.
* Collaborate with device design teams to translate photonic designs into manufacturable prototypes with high precision.
* Establish stringent process control and characterization methodologies to ensure consistent device yield and reliability.
* Identify and resolve issues related to lithographic patterning and process deviations.
* Proactively research and implement emerging photolithography techniques, materials, and technologies.
* Provide technical guidance to engineering teams, fostering expertise and innovation in photolithography.
* Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams, including epitaxy, etching, and device testing, to ensure seamless fabrication processes.
* Manage and direct R&D projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.
This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.
Person Specification:
* Required: Required:
o Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
o Demonstrated strong experience in photolithography, particularly in compound semiconductor or photonic device manufacturing.
o Strong knowledge of lithographic mask design and resist technologies.
o Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and equipment such as stepper systems, aligners, and spin coaters.
o Experience in process characterization tools like SEM, AFM, and profilometers.
o Strong understanding of photonics and optoelectronic device applications.
o Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical process control and data interpretation.
o Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
o Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in semiconductor manufacturing.
* Desired:
o Experience with optoelectronic device fabrication.
o Knowledge of semiconductor process integration and fabrication workflows.
o Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and semiconductor fabrication.
o Understanding of industry standards for optical devices and photonics applications.
What We Offer
* 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
* Group Personal Pension
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Free Parking
* Medical expense claim scheme
* Employee Assistance Program
* Cycle to work scheme
* Company sports club and social events
* Additional time off for learning and development
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