Lead Engineer (Electrically Biased) – Oldham
Competitive Salary | 42 hrs/week | 4 on/4 off rotating days/nights
(Days 7am–7pm / Nights 7pm–7am)
We’re looking for a hands-on Lead Engineer to join a high-tech manufacturing environment, leading a team of Equipment Engineers, Technicians, and TPMs. You’ll combine technical expertise with leadership to maximise equipment uptime and meet production targets.
What you’ll do:
* Lead, motivate, and develop a skilled engineering team
* Plan and allocate daily work to match production priorities
* Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvements on wafer fab equipment
* Collaborate with Production, Process, and tool owners to maximize efficiency
* Ensure compliance with safety, cleanroom, and environmental standards
* Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
What we’re looking for:
* HNC or above in Electronic, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent experience
* Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication equipment and processes
* Facilities Maintenance experience
* Hands-on experience with preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance
* Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
* Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
* Leadership & Management, 6S, and cleanroom experience – desirable
Benefits:
* Pension & Life Assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Medicash Health Cash Plan
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Season Ticket Loan
* Salary Sacrifice
* Costco Membership
* Union Membership
If this feels like your next move, get in touch today or hit apply!
Contact:
Zoe Murray – Senior Executive Consultant
0151 209 2050
zoe.murray@aspion.co.