Plessey Semiconductors
Graduate Engineer
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Graduate Engineer
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Plymouth
Description
We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Process Engineer to join our Process Engineering team, specialising in Ellipsometry and thin-film characterisation. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop expertise in optical metrology, process control, and data analysis within a high-technology manufacturing and R&D environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain ellipsometry systems for thin-film and surface characterisation.
- Develop, validate, and optimise measurement recipes for new products and processes.
- Analyse process and metrology data to identify trends, variations, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support process qualification, capability studies, and root cause investigations.
- Collaborate with production, quality, R&D, and equipment engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
- Generate and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and technical reports.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing yield, throughput, and measurement accuracy.
- Assist with statistical process control (SPC) monitoring and data reporting.
- Support equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to present technical information clearly through written reports and presentations.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Advantage
- Knowledge of ellipsometry, optical metrology, spectroscopy, or thin-film characterisation techniques.
- Familiarity with semiconductor, photonics, coatings, display, or advanced materials manufacturing.
- Experience gained through university projects, internships, placements, or laboratory work.
Benefits
- Pension scheme
- Private medical & dental insurance
- 28 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Free onsite meals
- Onsite gym
- Relocation support
- Visa support available
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