Shift Equipment Engineer

We are recruiting for an Equipment Technician or Engineer in the Sub Fab to support the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of critical wafer fabrication infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to work hands-on with essential gas, chemical, vacuum, abatement, fire protection, and utility systems that underpin high-volume manufacturing, while developing strong technical skills in a safety-focused, high-tech environment.

Previous experience in semiconductor or sub fab is not essential, we are interested in speaking to engineers skilled in fault finding and problem solving that are keen to learn new skills. The shifts for this role is on a rotating 4 days on 4 days off pattern, 2 day shifts (7am-7pm) and 2 night shifts (7pm-7am). Primary Toolset:

• Gas Cabinets – housing gas bottles for production tools.
• Vacuum pumps and byproduct abatement systems.
• Chemical ( Aqueous, Solvent and Slurries ) bulk dispense systems.
• Fire Suppression systems.
• Gas detection devices and networks.
• Cooling and Effluent water systems. Support all activities in the Sub Fab areas in order to provide a continous supply of gases/chemicals to all wafer fab equipment. Support the Sub Fab resource & ensure all tasks are performed in a safe & controlled manner & that the correct PPE is worn at all times. Conducting daily Sub Fab area chemical checks and replace any empty chemical supplies together with additional checks as listed by tool-owners. Conducting scheduled maintenance on gas cabinets, chemical supply systems, vacuum pumps, gas abatement systems, etc. Controlling and upkeep of a number of databases i.e pumps, gas detection, SCBA etc. Sending of pumps / other items for repair as required. Fork lift driving duties. Key Skills /Qualifications Required: An understanding of all 3 disciplines (must be able to follow electrical drawings and circuit diagrams to facilitate tool trouble shooting). Desirable Experience/ Knowledge: Experience in a high-tech maintenance or semiconductor environment. A minimum HNC in Electrical or Electronic or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Experience of vacuum systems and chemical/gas delivery systems. Ability to multi-task and work safely and effectively without close supervision. Solid understanding of electro/mechanical systems which can be applied to new equipment types (how complex equipment systems operate). Fork lift truck trained. Pension scheme Private medical & dental insurance 25 days’ holiday Free onsite meals Onsite gym