Job title: Process Engineer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Semiconductor
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £100,000.00
Salary to: GBP £150,000.00
Location: Austin, TX
Job published: 22/05/2026
Job ID: 234796

Job Description

Process Engineer – Advanced Semiconductor Devices

We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support the development and optimization of advanced compound semiconductor fabrication processes for optoelectronic and photonic device applications.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on process development, device fabrication, and manufacturing optimization within a research-driven environment. The position will play a key role in developing stable, repeatable fabrication methods and supporting the transition of new device concepts into scalable process flows.

What you’ll be doing

  • Develop and maintain semiconductor fabrication processes across multiple unit operations
  • Support process integration activities including lithography, etch, deposition, and metallization techniques
  • Design and execute process characterization, development, and yield improvement experiments
  • Integrate individual process steps into complete device fabrication workflows
  • Troubleshoot fabrication and device performance issues using structured analytical methods
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external technical stakeholders on process optimization activities
  • Provide guidance and day-to-day support within a shared cleanroom environment
  • Maintain process documentation, run procedures, and engineering records
  • Work in a fast-paced development environment with evolving technical priorities

What you’ll need

  • Hands-on semiconductor cleanroom process engineering experience
  • Strong understanding of lithography, etch, deposition, and thin film processing techniques
  • Experience working with compound semiconductor materials preferred
  • Familiarity with process control methodologies, yield analysis, and root cause investigation
  • Experience supporting both development and production-oriented process activities
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills within multidisciplinary technical teams
  • Previous mentoring or leadership experience is beneficial
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical discipline

About the company

This is an opportunity to join a growing advanced technology company developing next-generation semiconductor and photonic platform technologies. The environment is highly collaborative, technically challenging, and offers direct involvement in cutting-edge device and process development