Compound Semiconductor Integration Manager
Location: Newcastle, Tyne & Wear. Competitive salary + bonus + relocation assistance.
A leading compound semiconductor manufacturer is looking for a technical manager to help scale its operations. This role sits in a key area of the business where you’ll influence and improve new process technology development and yields, working on UK-first, high‑performance III–V compound semiconductor technologies for RF/microwave applications.
The role
* Develop and integrate new process technologies to support the technology roadmap
* Lead a team focused on process integration, yield improvement and production readiness
* Manage gate‑stage reviews and provide feedback on engineering trials and production data
* Track and report line/die yield; build Pareto analyses and drive targeted yield improvements
* Work with Process, Device, Quality and Production teams to contain and resolve excursions
* Maintain department KPIs, budgets, cost control and lean practices
* Oversee environmental compliance: waste streams, pollution control, audits, ISO14001/OHSAS45001
* Support EH&S, COSHH, incident investigation and regulatory interactions
Key knowledge and experience
* Semiconductor manufacturing experience across multiple process areas
* 2+ years of management experience
* Strong background in yield engineering, process integration and SPC/DOE/FMEA
* Experience in high‑reliability, quality‑driven environments
* Ability to lead change control and cross‑functional improvement
* Understanding of II–V / II–VI or III–V technologies is an advantage
What’s on offer
* Competitive salary + relocation assistance
* Major long‑term investment in technology and capability
* Career growth within a scaling UK semiconductor hub
Apply now or send a CV directly to Imogen@waverecruitment.co.uk.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Semiconductor Manufacturing
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