Shift Process Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Newport
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£33,500 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

MOCVD/MOVPE process Semiconductor technology Problem solving Statistical process Data analysis Prioritization Process engineering Customer requirements

FULL DESCRIPTION

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.

Job Introduction

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.

  • Scheduling reactor bays to achieve released orders.
  • Using SPC to ensure 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 MOCVD/MOVPE process, characterisation & hardware capabilities, processes & procedures.

- Problem solving and basic statistical process and data skills. Must be able to prioritise and work well or make decisions under pressure.

- Must have a good awareness of the legislative requirements surrounding the process.

Why should you join us?

All our employees benefit from:

  • Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
  • Professional Development and career pathways
  • Discretionary 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

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