Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer Lithography Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. Location: Northampton We are recruiting for a leading semiconductor and photonic device manufacturer seeking a Senior Process Engineer specialising in Lithography . You will support process development, optimisation, NPI, yield improvement, defect reduction and continuous improvement within an advanced semiconductor fabrication facility. Key Responsibilities: Develop, optimise and sustain photolithography and e-beam lithography processes. Support and optimise scanners, steppers, mask aligners, coaters, developers and e-beam systems. Improve critical dimensions, overlay, yield and process capability . Lead process development, qualification and equipment cross-qualification. Analyse manufacturing data using SPC, DOE, Six Sigma and statistical techniques . Drive yield, defect, scrap and cycle-time improvement. Support NPI and technology transfer . Work closely with Process, Equipment, Product Engineering, Manufacturing and R&D teams. Provide technical support for process and equipment issues. Maintain technical documentation and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures. Requirements: HNC/HND, Degree, Master's or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Semiconductor Technology or a related discipline. Experience within semiconductor, photonics, compound semiconductor, MEMS, optoelectronics or advanced manufacturing . Strong experience in photolithography and/or e-beam lithography . Knowledge of SPC, Six Sigma, DOE, Lean Manufacturing and root-cause analysis . Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience working within a high-technology manufacturing or cleanroom environment. Knowledge of MES would be advantageous. Knowledge of photonic integrated circuit manufacturing would be a plus. What's on Offer? A fantastic opportunity to join an advanced semiconductor manufacturing environment, working on challenging lithography processes and contributing directly to technology development, yield improvement and next-generation products . Interested? xehkeey Apply now or get in touch to discuss the opportunity confidentially.