Process Engineer (Etch & Implant)

TL;DR

Process Engineer (Etch & Implant): Sustaining and improving semiconductor production processes with an accent on yield, capability, and performance improvement. Focus on delivering technical improvement projects to optimize cost, throughput, and process capability within a wafer fab environment.

Location: Manchester. Right to work in the UK is required; no sponsorship or relocation packages are provided.

Salary: £46,000 – £66,000 (inclusive of shift allowances)

Company

hirify.global is a global semiconductor manufacturer specializing in essential components for the electronics industry.

What you will do

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

Requirements

• Right to work within the UK (no sponsorship available).
• Degree or HND in a relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry).
• Semiconductor industry experience as a Process Engineer or a strong academic background as a graduate.
• Ability to work a rotating shift pattern (12-hour shifts, including nights).
• Strong problem-solving, priority management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Nice to have

• Prior exposure to Etch & Implant process engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration with a bonus scheme of up to 6% and a contributory pension (up to 9%).
• 33 days equivalent of annual leave, enhanced parental leave, and enhanced sick pay.
• On-site medical centre and subsidised canteen.
• Funded academic support up to PhD level and clear leadership/technical development pathways.
• Corporate commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035 and active Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion groups.

Hiring process

• Stage 1: Recruiter review.
• Stage 2: 30-minute Teams interview.
• Stage 3: 60-minute on-site or Teams interview.