Process Engineer (Diffusion)

TL;DR

Process Engineer (Diffusion): Sustaining daily production and driving long-term improvement projects in a semiconductor fab with an accent on yield, capability, and process performance. Focus on delivering technical improvements, supporting new product development, and ensuring compliance with quality standards in a high-pressure manufacturing environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Manchester, UK

Salary: £54,000–£66,000 (inclusive of shift allowances)

Company

hirify.global is a global semiconductor manufacturer committed to innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth.

What you will do

• Sustain and improve mechanical and electrical yields to meet departmental targets.
• Monitor and improve Cpk levels across processes, including coordinating R&R studies on metrology equipment.
• Deliver technical improvement projects focused on cost, throughput, and ease of manufacture.
• Support new product and platform development through process development activities.
• Generate and maintain accurate Wafer Fab Operator Instructions.
• Ensure full adherence to departmental procedures and quality standards.

Requirements

• Semiconductor industry experience as a Process Engineer is required.
• HND or Degree in a relevant STEM discipline.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to take initiative.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams.
• Ability to work a rotating shift pattern of 12-hour shifts (2 weeks of days and 1 week of nights).
• Competent with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Nice to have

• Experience in Diffusion Engineering Processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Bonus scheme of up to 6% and contributory pension scheme up to 9%.
• 33 days of annual leave and enhanced parental leave.
• On-site medical centre and subsidised canteen.
• Opportunities for leadership qualifications and funded academic support up to PhD level.
• Commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035 and active support for charitable work.
• Dedicated Employee Resource Groups for neuroinclusion, LGBTQ+, and women in management.

Hiring process

• Recruiter review.
• 30-minute Teams interview.
• 60-minute onsite or Teams interview.