Semiconductor Process Engineer

Epitaxy Process Engineer

Monday - Friday

Newport/Cardiff

Who Are IQE?

IQE is the leading supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions to the global semiconductor industry. IQE is essential to technology growth markets, as the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundry with a global footprint and proven ability to manufacture at scale.

Purpose of the role

We are looking for a Process Engineer preferably with experience in InP or GaN to join the team at IQE SW. You will be responsible for the efficient process implementation and day-to-day operation of all assigned MOVPE reactors. You will understand the interaction between the IQE growth process and the customer's requirements, so that the material produced meets or exceeds the customers' expectations. You will also give technical input for process development activities and participate in continuous improvement projects. These duties will be carried out during normal office hours and providing escalation support out-of-normal working hours for the shift engineering function.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring quality and specification are to highest standard.
• Responsibility for multiple MOCVD reactors and products as necessary
• Work with the Technology and Planning teams to ensure that all customer requirements are met in full, on time and to plan.
• Key part of the new product quotation process.
• Estimate the run sequence required for given campaigns and review this vs the campaign plan to align expectations.
• Generate customer CofCs as necessary and engage in the review of production material prior to shipment.
• To inspect all pertinent production and characterisation data and to subsequently authorise the release of product to the customer.
• Technical support for issues arising in connection with the operation of the bays
• Ensure that technical data (internal/external characterisation, customer feedback) is used in an effective manner
• Escalation assistance for the shift production engineering team's problem-solving activities out of hours.
• To prepare & present report on product & production related data (including for customers) as required.
• To monitor reactor performance, including SPC charts and identify solutions to production problems.
• Generate SOP, OCAPS, Work Instructions and participate in PFMEA.
• To participate in yield and process improvement programs
• Adhering to all internal safety, HR, environmental and quality guidelines & procedures.

Qualifications / Essential Skills

• Graduate in a scientific or engineering discipline, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant semiconductor technology/growth experience.
• Previous experience in MOCVD growth experience required, preferably GaN or InP experience.
• Problem solving and analysis

Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• LTIP's (subject to qualifying period)
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) - variety of discounts and deals
• BUPA (self-cover)
• Company pension - option to pay up to 5% matched by IQE up to 10%
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme

IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.