2,217 Semiconductor Process jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is developing cutting edge, next generation compound semiconductors, and is a leader within the North East’s emerging semiconductor cluster. They are now searching for a Photolithography Engineer to join the dynamic process engineering team to deliver core support activity underpinning process development and manufacturing. The role will involve yield improvement activities, working closely with device, yield and development engineers to achieve new product introductions and continuous improvement activities. This role requires a British passport holder.

Required experience for the Photolithography Process Engineer will include:

• Experience of a high volume semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Experience of automated clean tracks and stepper/scanner based optical exposure tools.
• Knowledge of E-beam lithography equipment and processes.
• Experience of lithography tool matching
• Strong communication skills
• Applied Science, Electronic Engineering or similar degree or equivalent

Applicants for this position must hold a British passport.

Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

Our client is developing cutting edge, next generation compound semiconductors, and is a leader within the North East’s emerging semiconductor cluster. They are now searching for an Etch Process Engineer to join the dynamic process engineering team to deliver core support activity underpinning process development and manufacturing. The role will involve yield improvement activities, working closely with device, yield and development engineers to achieve new product introductions and continuous improvement activities. This role requires a British passport holder.

Required experience for the Photolithography Process Engineer will include:

• Experience of a high volume semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of etch equipment and processes
• Yield and semiconductor device experience
• Strong communication skills
• Applied Science, Electronic Engineering or similar degree or equivalent

Applicants for this position must hold a British passport.

Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

• Develop, implement, and sustain robust manufacturing processes for semiconductor fabrication (e.g., lithography, etching, deposition, CMP).
• Monitor process performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain yield and quality targets.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process-related failures and implement preventative measures.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE) methodologies to improve process capability and reduce variability.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to transfer new process technologies into manufacturing.
• Work closely with equipment engineers to ensure optimal performance and reliability of fabrication tools.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on process technologies and best practices.
• Document process procedures, specifications, and characterization reports.
• Support yield enhancement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations within the manufacturing cleanroom.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline. A PhD is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor process engineering, with a focus on one or more key fabrication steps.
• In-depth knowledge of semiconductor physics and fabrication techniques.
• Proficiency in SPC, DOE, and statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP, Minitab).
• Experience with cleanroom operations and advanced fabrication equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with metrology techniques for process characterization.
• Experience in failure analysis and yield improvement programs is highly desirable.

My Client is currently recruiting for a Lead Process Engineer / Process Engineer in the Water Sector

We are looking to strengthen our Engineering team with a Lead Process Engineer or Process Engineer based at Peterborough with hybrid working available.
You will report directly to the Head of Engineering and you will provide engineering technical direction to the discipline engineers in your area in either water or water recycling non-infrastructure projects. You will provide design support for numerous non-infrastructure schemes and ensure all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards.
As our new Process Engineer in our Place Based Thinking team, you'll work in collaboration with the project design team to arrive at appropriate process solutions adopting the principles of optimised plant performance, use of standard designs and following framework engineering design standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Undertake process design of Wastewater solution and sewerage systems that achieve the goals of the client in terms of customer, environment, and efficiency. Be responsible to produce technical deliverables required these include, but are not limited to:

• Technical schedules and data sheets.
• Engineering calculations (hydraulic calculations, pump calculations, mass balance calculation, RICS calculations, etc.).
• Particular specifications for engineering subcontracts.
• Working closely with the supply chain and performing technical bid analysis of their designs.

- Oversee key outputs including process calculations, hydraulics, unit processes, pump calculations, capacity calculations, data sheets and technical bid analysis of 3rd party process equipment.
- Communicate effectively at all relevant levels to ensure that the need to deliver technical excellence is understood and implemented.
- Escalate issues that may impact on time/cost/quality before they become problems or exceed agreed timescales.
- Support the drive towards excellence in H&S, demonstrating applied knowledge and skills to produce safe designs to discharge your obligation according to CDM Regulations, standards, and accepted codes of practice.
- Maintain close links with other Engineering teams to ensure smooth interfaces between disciplines; manage gaps/overlaps & share best practice.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree level in wastewater process science/engineering related subject
• Experience of process engineering in wastewater on large scale projects
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Demonstrating strong IT skills, you'll be able to marry your technical and people skills to deliver the best process engineering facility to your stakeholders on a regular basis

My Client is currently recruiting for a Lead Process Engineer / Process Engineer in the Water Sector

We are looking to strengthen our Engineering team with a Lead Process Engineer or Process Engineer based at Peterborough with hybrid working available.
You will report directly to the Head of Engineering and you will provide engineering technical direction to the discipline engineers in your area in either water or water recycling non-infrastructure projects. You will provide design support for numerous non-infrastructure schemes and ensure all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards.
As our new Process Engineer in our Place Based Thinking team, you'll work in collaboration with the project design team to arrive at appropriate process solutions adopting the principles of optimised plant performance, use of standard designs and following framework engineering design standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Undertake process design of Wastewater solution and sewerage systems that achieve the goals of the client in terms of customer, environment, and efficiency. Be responsible to produce technical deliverables required these include, but are not limited to:

• Technical schedules and data sheets.
• Engineering calculations (hydraulic calculations, pump calculations, mass balance calculation, RICS calculations, etc.).
• Particular specifications for engineering subcontracts.
• Working closely with the supply chain and performing technical bid analysis of their designs.

- Oversee key outputs including process calculations, hydraulics, unit processes, pump calculations, capacity calculations, data sheets and technical bid analysis of 3rd party process equipment.
- Communicate effectively at all relevant levels to ensure that the need to deliver technical excellence is understood and implemented.
- Escalate issues that may impact on time/cost/quality before they become problems or exceed agreed timescales.
- Support the drive towards excellence in H&S, demonstrating applied knowledge and skills to produce safe designs to discharge your obligation according to CDM Regulations, standards, and accepted codes of practice.
- Maintain close links with other Engineering teams to ensure smooth interfaces between disciplines; manage gaps/overlaps & share best practice.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree level in wastewater process science/engineering related subject
• Experience of process engineering in wastewater on large scale projects
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Demonstrating strong IT skills, you'll be able to marry your technical and people skills to deliver the best process engineering facility to your stakeholders on a regular basis

Your new company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Engineer to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of sustainable chemical technology. This role offers the chance to contribute to developing cutting-edge technology for the renewable and sustainable sector.

Your new role

As a Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in translating lab-scale innovations into commercially viable manufacturing processes. You'll lead front-end engineering design (FEED), support pilot-to-commercial scale-up, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to FEED for new process installations and modifications
• Support scale-up activities including process modelling, equipment specification, and commissioning
• Conduct process simulations, mass/energy balances, and risk assessments
• Develop and maintain process documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, safety protocols)
• Monitor and optimise process performance for efficiency, cost, and sustainability
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Provide technical support during plant trials and continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (Master's preferred)
• ~5 years' experience in process engineering within chemical, polymer, or related sectors
• Proven experience in front-end design and scale-up from lab/pilot to commercial scale
• Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable technologies with global impact
• 40,000 - 50,000 depending on experience
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions
  • Employee Share Option

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DK Recruitment are working with a global Medical Manufacturer who are looking to offer an experienced and qualified Process Engineer a new career and join their successful team based in Plymouth.

Our client can offer a passionate, committed and rewarding culture for you to grow and thrive within your role.

As the Process Engineer you will master the Production Technology and Maintenance techniques, being responsible for: Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed), Investigation and Resolution. Implementation of basic maintenance processes for the designated product lines. Utilising your strong structured Problem-Solving Abilities.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Drive centre lining activities for sustained line performance
li>Poke e yoke solutions and improvements.
• Implement Quality improvements to drive down TQN and QN to fall in line with company metrics
• Drive safety initiatives and improvements.
• Ascertain opportunities for waste reductions and drive actions to completion.
• Attend meetings providing engineering status of line and agree resource deployment and timings to close losses.
• Resolve repeat loss issues using systematic problem-solving techniques to determine root cause.
• Support CI projects/validations to help improve equipment reliability.
• Provide details to improve Maintenance Standards and execution (Frequency, Breakdowns and Repairs) to Reliability Leader based on problem solving outcomes and DTM/PPM activity.
• Coaching on continuous improvement methodologies & tools.
• Responsible for supporting equipment breakdown if required.
• Conduct update on focus lines.
• Generate initiatives to return lines to LSA.
• Generate daily Bottle neck action and Focus KPI action.
• Provide direction to shift teams on problematic areas using data analysis from all sources of data including MES, PAB and VOA.

Qualifications & Experience:

• HNC or Degree level education in Engineer/Mechatronics or a similar field of study.
• 5+ years technical or manufacturing experience required, with several years of experience with high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment required.
• Experience working in a busy manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and encourage effect teambuilding activities.
• Confident independent thinking, with the ability to act quickly in a high-pressure situation.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with safety and ergonomics in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understand of Quality Systems.
• Some PLC experience preferred but not essential.

Company Benefits:

Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme – matched up to £150/month

Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement

Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free car parking

24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

Process Engineer

Bedlington, Northumberland

Salary Dependent on Experience

We at Jackie Kerr Recruitment are excited to be supporting a leading manufacturing company in recruiting a Process Engineer!

Process Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

Gain and maintain detailed knowledge of the production process and equipment

Participate in the introduction of new parts including equipment, tools and procedures

Proactively identify opportunities to improve yield or manufacturing efficiency and to instigate and lead continuous improvement activities

Contribute to technical and gate reviews

Assist or lead internal audits where required

Respond to line stops, taking the required actions to restart production in a timely manner

Update and maintain manufacturing documentation, including operator instructions, inspection standards etc

Define new or replacement equipment requirements

Commissioning and validation of new equipment

Define and validate new material because of obsolescence, an improvement activity and new product

Assist in 8D investigations for either external or internal nonconformity

Process Engineer Ideal Candidate:

Strong interest in mechanical, electronics or production engineering

Understanding of Lean principles and how to apply them

Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively at all levels

Demonstrated organisational, planning and program skills with careful attention to detail

Work well within a team

Have a strong technical bias, with strong problem-solving abilities

Work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines

A good level of competence with Microsoft Office applications

Degree / HNC in an engineering discipline OR equivalent experience

Experience or understanding manufacturing resistors, print / fire / deposition / plating (Desirable)

CAD experience / knowledge (Desirable)

Knowledge of Python (Desirable)

Working Hours and Benefits:

Monday – Thursday: 08:00am – 16:30pm

Friday: 08:00am – 13:00pm

25 days annual leave

Plus a “special day” equivalent to one day per year

Health Shield – Employee Assistance Programme – including reclaim of dental costs, opticians, physio etc

Cycle to work scheme

Option to buy shares annually

Flexi time

Free parking

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