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Shift Process Engineer

Newport

Posted 26/04/2024

IQE

£40,000 per annum

Top Reasons to Apply
  1. IQE is the leading supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions to the global semiconductor industry.
  2. We have been awarded ‘Ones to Watch’ by Best Companies defined as ‘good levels of workplace engagement and showing promising signs for the future’.
  3. We offer Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs), Bonus plans, Attractive pension plans and many more.
Job Description

Who are we

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.

This role is based at Wafer Technology, IQE’s substrate manufacturing division in Milton Keynes. Wafer Technology has a long and well established history in the manufacture of compound semiconductors and is an industry leader in its field, supporting the requirements of many high technology industries which span defence, consumer, photonics as well as producing state-of-the-art semiconductor material to power next generation device technologies.

Our Vision 

IQE's vision is to be the best advanced semiconductor materials solutions company in the world. Being best means delivering outstanding quality, service, technology and value such that we become the first-choice supplier for all our customers.

Our Values 

IQE's strength lies in the expertise and diversity of our workforce. This is supported by our culture of integrity, accountability, excellence, valuing people and teamwork.

About the role   

As a shift process engineer you will be responsible for translating customer’s requirements into finished product that meets the customer defined physical, electronic and optical specifications. Carrying out these duties on a shifted basis and providing the main technical focal point out-of-normal working hours.

Key responsibilities include;

  • Scheduling bays to achieve released orders. 
  • Ensuring quality and specification are to highest standard.
  • Ensure that all customer requirements are met in full and on time.
  • 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
  • Provide 1st pass problem solving activities prior to escalation to Senior Engineering Team
  • To prepare & present report on product & production related data (including for customers) as required.
  • To monitor reactor performance and identify solutions to production problems
  • To participate in bay improvement programs
  •  Adhering to all internal safety, HR, environmental and quality guidelines & procedures.

About you

  • Graduate in a scientific or engineering discipline, ideally involving some degree of semiconductor technology experience.
  • A very good understanding of the MOVPE process, characterization & hardware capabilities, processes & procedures.

Why should you join us

We have been awarded ‘Ones to Watch’ by Best Companies defined as ‘good levels of workplace engagement and showing promising signs for the future’.

We have established an Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Board Committee, that will oversee the execution of our ESG strategy.

We give back and have multiple initiatives underway supporting local and communities and global charities.

All our employees benefit from:

  • Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
  • Bonus plans
  • Attractive pension plans
  • Income protection - Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)
  • Long service awards 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years
  • Values-based recognition awards
  • Health Cash Plan includes discounts with high street brands
  • Cycle to work plan (includes E-bikes)
  • Electric Car Scheme (salary dependent)
  • Employee Assistance Programme (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access to second medical opinion and unlimited access to a remote GP)
  • Life assurance 4x salary
  • Access to workplace Mental Health First Aiders/wellbeing rooms

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.

IQE
Company Information
IQE

IQE is the leading global supplier of advanced semiconductor wafers with products covering a diverse range of applications, supported by an innovative outsourced foundry services portfolio allowing the Group to provide a 'one stop shop'​ for the wafer needs of the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers.

IQE uses advanced crystal growth technology (epitaxy) to manufacture and supply bespoke semiconductor wafers ('epi-wafers'​) to major chip manufacturing companies, who use our wafers to make chips which form the key components of virtually all high technology systems. IQE is unique in being able to supply wafers using all the leading crystal growth technology platforms. with a manufacturing footprint across Europe, USA and Asia.

Key Facts
  • Head Office:

    Pascal Cl, St. Mellons, Cardiff CF3 0LW, United Kingdom

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