Process Architect

Process Architect

About Our Client

Founded in 1987, our client is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. They have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Their vision and mission are to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, they will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led our client to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and our client help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live.

For the past 30 years they have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with their core business. With a practical approach to everything they do, they concentrate their efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of their core values:

• Staying customer-centric
• Inspiring dedication
• Persevering
• Growing by reflection

Job Summary:

As a Process Architect, you will be part of the Technical Operations team and accountable for process integrity and interactions on projects in a rapidly changing R&D environment. You will formulate the structure and approach for process developments required to meet challenging technical deliverables for new product developments. This is a critical role to ensure robust product development to meet demanding technical product performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for robust process developments and managing interactions between individual process modules.
• Responsible for overall process performance for areas of project responsibility.
• Ensure new process introductions are based on robust data and risk analysis.
• Ensure robust change control in a highly dynamic environment.
• Development of process strategy to meet the needs of the business technical roadmap.
• Lead structured problem resolution across process cell boundaries.
• Responsible for overall process documentation integrity for allocated project.
• Ensure that the impact of process design on device performance is properly characterised for new developments.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Minimum of first-Degree qualification in a relevant Physical Science.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in semiconductor processing (this can include Si, SiGe, or MEMS, however preference will be given to III-V and in particular InP experience).
• Demonstrable practical experience of a wide range of Wafer Fabrication processes.
• Understanding of the impact of fabrication processes on device results.
• Ability to collate data and convey the information clearly and accurately.
• Proven track record for delivering development programs on time.
• Demonstrable leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in statistical control (SPC) of processes.

Desirable:

• Extensive experience in III-V semiconductor Wafer Fabrication and process engineering.
• Understanding of the interaction of Wafer Fabrication processes with epitaxial processes.
• In-depth knowledge of the physics and material science involved in semiconductor process engineering.
• Project management experience/skills.
• High level proficiency in SPC and 6σ techniques.

Personal Attributes:

• Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive team player who is also capable of working independently.
• Positive attitude in working and learning and actively seeks to share ideas and information with colleagues.
• Strong analytical approach and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work under own initiative, and to seek advice when required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

What they offer:

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
• Group Personal Pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Medical expense claim scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sports club and social events
• Additional time off for learning and development

Interested in this opportunity Click apply and you will be redirected to their careers website to complete your application.

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