Process Architect

Process Architect

Location: Suffolk, UK
Working Arrangement: On-site

We’re working with an established technology and R&D organisation seeking a Process Architect to join its Technical Operations team in Suffolk. This is a key position within a fast-paced R&D environment, focused on developing robust semiconductor fabrication processes, improving process integration and ensuring demanding product performance and reliability targets are achieved. 

This role would suit someone with extensive wafer fabrication experience, strong technical leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of the relationship between semiconductor processes and device performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of robust semiconductor fabrication processes, managing interactions between individual process modules.
• Take ownership of overall process performance across assigned projects.
• Ensure new process introductions are supported by robust experimental data, risk assessments and appropriate validation.
• Establish and maintain effective change control within a dynamic R&D environment.
• Develop process strategies aligned with the organisation’s technical roadmap and future product requirements.
• Lead structured problem-solving activities across multiple process areas and engineering teams.
• Maintain the integrity, accuracy and completeness of process documentation.
• Characterise and understand the impact of process design and integration on device performance.
• Drive continuous improvement, process stability and reliable product development.

Essential Requirements

• PhD in a relevant physical science or closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in semiconductor processing, including silicon, SiGe, MEMS or III-V semiconductor technologies.
• Practical experience across a broad range of wafer fabrication processes, including:
  • Photolithography
  • Dry and wet etching
  • PECVD dielectric deposition
  • Metal deposition
• Strong understanding of how fabrication processes influence device characteristics, performance and reliability.
• Experience using Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• A proven track record of delivering technical development programmes to agreed timelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Demonstrable technical leadership, project coordination and communication capabilities.