Principal Process Architect
Suffolk, UK - Fully onsite
Highly competitive salary on offer
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Process Architect to join a fast-paced and evolving R&D environment. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring process integrity and managing interactions across complex process modules within cutting-edge product development projects.
You will play a critical role in defining and delivering robust process strategies that support challenging technical objectives, ensuring product performance, reliability, and scalability for next-generation technologies.
Key Responsibilities *Lead and deliver robust process development activities across multiple modules
*Manage interactions between individual process steps to ensure overall process integrity
*Take ownership of process performance within assigned project areas
*Introduce new processes based on strong data analysis and risk assessment
*Maintain effective change control in a dynamic R&D environment
*Develop and implement process strategies aligned with the business technical roadmap
*Lead structured problem-solving across cross-functional process areas
*Ensure integrity and accuracy of all process documentation
*Assess and characterise the impact of process design on device performance
Essential Requirements *Degree in a relevant physical science or engineering discipline
*Minimum of 10 years’ experience in semiconductor processing (Si, SiGe, MEMS; III-V/InP preferred)
*Hands-on experience with wafer fabrication processes, including:
*Photolithography
*Dry and wet etching
*PECVD dielectric deposition
*Metal deposition

*Strong understanding of how fabrication processes influence device performance
*Experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC)
*Proven track record of delivering development programmes on time
*Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
*Ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly
Desirable Skills & Experience *Extensive experience in III-V semiconductor processing (particularly InP)
*Understanding of interactions between wafer fabrication and epitaxial processes
*Deep knowledge of semiconductor physics and material science
*Project management experience
*High proficiency in SPC and Six Sigma methodologies
Please get in touch with Christina McGuire to hear more!