Process Engineering Manager

Location: Suffolk, onsite working required We are seeking an experienced Process Engineering Manage r to lead wafer process development and oversee end-to-end delivery within a semiconductor fabrication environment. This is a critical technical and leadership position, operating within a high-technology setting that combines cutting-edge R&D with low-volume, high-quality manufacturing. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing next-generation semiconductor technologies, driving process innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of development and production objectives Key Responsibilities: Leadership Drive process innovation to support the organisation’s technology roadmap. Own end-to-end delivery performance within the wafer fabrication facility for both R&D and low-volume production activities. Set clear objectives and deliverables for team members, aligned with business and customer requirements. Lead performance management activities to support employee development and engagement. Develop team capability through structured skills development programmes, ensuring sufficient capacity, resilience, and expertise across multiple projects. Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture. Promote continuous improvement by embedding lessons learned into future process and product development. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards and best practices. Technical Leadership Lead semiconductor process development activities to maintain world-class process capability and support future technology requirements. Champion structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Six Sigma principles where appropriate. Drive data-led decision-making to accelerate R&D cycles and improve process outcomes. Lead yield improvement initiatives across wafer fabrication processes. Support the assessment, development, and implementation of new materials and process technologies. To be considered you will need the following: Degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant technical discipline such as: Science Physics Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a semiconductor wafer fabrication environment. Previous experience in a technical leadership, supervisory, or management role. Broad knowledge of semiconductor processing techniques. Strong understanding of III-V semiconductor materials and associated manufacturing processes. Proven ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing technical teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach. Postgraduate qualification in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline. Experience in laser integrated circuits (ICs) and/or optical device manufacturing. Experience leading new materials evaluation and development programmes within an R&D environment. Knowledge of advanced yield improvement methodologies and process optimisation techniques. #J-18808-Ljbffr microTECH Global LTD