Job Summary
* As a Process Architect, you will be part of the Technical Operations team and accountable for process integrity and interactions on projects in a rapidly changing R&D environment. You will formulate the structure and approach for process developments required to meet challenging technical deliverables for new product developments. This is a critical role to ensure robust product development to meet demanding technical product performance and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
* Accountable for robust process developments, and managing interactions between individual process modules
* Responsible for overall process performance for areas of project responsibility
* Ensure new process introductions are based on robust data and risk analysis
* Ensure robust change control in a highly dynamic environment
* Development of process strategy to meet the needs of the business technical roadmap
* Lead structured problem resolution across process cell boundaries
* Responsible for overall process documentation integrity for allocated projects
* Ensure that the impact of process design on device performance is properly characterised for new developments
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
* Minimum of first Degree qualification in a relevant physical science
* 10 years’ experience in semiconductor processing (This can include Si, SiGe, or MEMS, however preference will be given to III‑V and in particular InP processing experience)
* Demonstrable practical experience of a wide range of Wafer Fabrication processes; Including photolith, Dry + wet etch processes, PECVD dielectric and metal deposition.
* Understanding of the impact of fabrication processes on device results;
* Ability to collate data and convey the information clearly and accurately;
* Proven track record for delivering development programmes on time;
* Demonstrable leadership and communication skills;
* Experience in statistical control (SPC) of processes;
Person Specification – Desired
* Extensive experience in III‑V semiconductor wafer fabrication and process engineering;
* Understanding of the interaction of Wafer Fabrication processes with epitaxial processes;
* In‑depth knowledge of the physics and material science involved in semiconductor process engineering;
* Project management experience/skills.
* High level proficiency in SPC and 6σ techniques
Personal Attributes
* Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
* Proactive team player who is also capable of working independently.
* Positive attitude in working & learning and actively seeks to share ideas and information with colleagues.
* Strong analytical approach and attention to detail.
* Proven ability to work under own initiative, and to seek advice when required.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
What we offer
* 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
* Group Personal Pension
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* 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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