Shift Equipment Engineer

Description

We are recruiting for an Equipment 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, with the 4 days on being day shifts (7am - 7pm).

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all activities in the Sub Fab areas in order to provide a continous supply of gases/chemicals to all wafer fab equipment.
• Manage 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.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Key Skills /Qualifications Required:

• A minimum HNC in Electrical or Electronic or Mechanical Engineering
• 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 environment.
• Semiconductor equipment Engineering experience would be an advantage.
• Experience on the maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Experience of vacuum systems.
• Experience of chemical delivery systems.
• Experience of gas delivery systems.
• Ability to follow procedures as written by tool-owners/suppliers.
• Excellent team working and effective communication skills.
• High level of computer literacy with ability to use Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel etc.
• 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).
• Proven troubleshooting analytical skills and the ability to demonstrate this.
• Strong fault finding techniques and problem solving skills.
• Experience of leading teams and taking responsibility for team performance would be an advantage for future role development.
• Fork lift truck trained.

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Private medical & dental insurance
• 25 days’ holiday
• Free onsite meals
• Onsite gym

About Plessey Semiconductors

About Plessey

We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing.

Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. We’re recognised as a global authority in microLED displays, optical computing, and optical interconnects.

Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing.

Lead

We don’t follow industry trends; we create them, pushing boundaries and setting standards others aspire to. Every team member has the power to make decisions, drive change, and deliver excellence. We support each other, challenge one another for the best solutions, and lead by example. Together, we build industries and technologies that shape the future and scale toward our vision of the next era of computing.

Grow

We expand our capabilities every day — deepening our expertise, improving how we work, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology.

Trust
We operate like a family—honest, reliable, and supportive. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. We trust each other to deliver, our customers to challenge us, and our expertise to guide the way. Together, trust enables the collaboration essential for breakthrough innovation and lasting impact.