Semiconductor Jobs

Semtech · Bristol

Graduate role validating next-generation high-speed semiconductor devices, working hands-on in the lab from week one. You'll build test automation in Python or LabVIEW, take measurements on components running at 10Gbit/s and above, and learn high-speed signal integrity with Altium PCB tools. Based in Bristol, hybrid with four days in office.

Semtech · Bristol

Drive validation strategy for next-generation high-speed semiconductor devices, architecting end-to-end test solutions spanning software, hardware and documentation. Build Python or LabVIEW automation, take precision lab measurements at 10Gbit/s and above, and apply signal integrity expertise to schematic entry and PCB layout in Altium. Lead validation reviews and mentor engineers within a Bristol R&D team.

Renesas Electronics · Edinburgh

Owns architecture definition, modeling and technical leadership for PMIC and advanced DC/DC converter products from concept through silicon validation. Uses tools such as Simplis and Simulink to analyze stability, transient response and fault behavior, and works across analog, digital, verification and test teams to align architecture intent with implementation.

Pragmatic Semiconductor · Durham

Drive manufacturing quality improvements across a semiconductor fab, leading the Fab Quality system, change management, audits and supplier quality programmes. Apply FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D and root cause analysis to reduce non-conformances, while maintaining ISO 9001/14001/27001 compliance and delivering staff training.

Pragmatic Semiconductor · Durham

Responsible for maintaining, installing and fault-finding 300mm photolithography equipment including steppers, wafer tracks and bake tools, while supporting production operators and minimising tool downtime. Involves training technicians, developing maintenance procedures and reporting on equipment KPIs within a cleanroom semiconductor scale-up environment.

Wolviston Management Services · Darlington

Responsible for managing and improving RF and DC wafer-level semiconductor test systems, developing test methodologies such as S-Parameters, Noise Figure and Gauge R&R, and optimising LabVIEW-based automated test applications. Works with Product Engineering and Production on NPI, probe card commissioning, SPC data analysis and fault-finding, while mentoring technicians and operators.

Baltic Recruitment · Wallsend · £51,000 – £53,000 pa

Lead the maintenance function at a specialist manufacturer of high-purity fused quartz and silica components, owning the PPM programme and reactive maintenance across production equipment, plant and utilities. Manage and develop a maintenance team and contractors, using MaintainX to track work orders, asset histories and reliability metrics. Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, Lean/TPM and budget control, with out-of-hours on-call support for critical failures.

Cambridge GaN Devices · Cambridge

Owns the planning and delivery of internal product and technology development projects plus public-funded R&D projects, supporting them from concept and requirements through to completion. Coordinates cross-functional teams, runs project reviews and status meetings, maintains documentation, handles financial reporting and budget tracking, and helps coordinate bid-writing for public-funded work. Reports directly to the VP of R&D and helps shape the project management function as the company grows.

Renesas Electronics · Swindon

Provides technical leadership for a global EDA/CAD compute and engineering infrastructure, spanning Linux environments, LSF batch compute, EDA license servers, Perforce and project/workspace provisioning. Combines hands-on Python and shell automation with architecture, monitoring and capacity planning, working across engineering, CAD and IT/IS teams to keep semiconductor development environments consistent and reliable worldwide.

Theo James Recruitment · Newton Aycliffe · £53,350 pa

Multi-skilled maintenance role in a specialist semiconductor manufacturing environment, covering planned and preventative maintenance, breakdown response and electrical, electronic and mechanical fault finding. You will drive equipment improvements, support continuous improvement and structured problem-solving, liaise with vendors and train fellow technicians and apprentices on a 4-day, 12-hour day shift pattern.

Platform Recruitment · Southampton · £30,000 – £35,000 pa

Manufacture specialist optical devices across a production facility and university cleanroom, running wafer and chip-level processes such as photolithography, sputtering, furnace processing, dicing, polishing and inspection. Maintain production logs, quality documentation and cleanroom standards while reporting process issues and supporting continuous improvement in an advanced photonics and quantum technology setting.

Theo James Recruitment · Newton Aycliffe · £53,350 pa

Carry out planned and preventative maintenance, respond to breakdowns and perform electrical, electronic and mechanical fault finding on sophisticated semiconductor production equipment. Work within a multi-skilled engineering team alongside Process Engineering, supporting continuous improvement, major fault investigations and the training of fellow technicians and apprentices.

NSR Associates · Denmark · £79,200 – £87,500 pa

Commercial management of a major megawatt data centre for a Tier 1 main contractor, working with the Project Director, Commercial Director, construction teams, consultants and supply chain. Covers change management, cost control, forecasting, procurement and commercial reporting across the project lifecycle, with progression potential into senior commercial leadership.

Beautiful Recruitment · Towcester

Provide equipment engineering leadership in a UK wafer fab, covering advanced fault-finding, preventative maintenance and optimisation of semiconductor process tools handling hazardous chemicals and speciality gases. Mentor technicians and junior engineers, manage vendors and contractors, and drive TPM and 8-step improvement projects while reporting OEE metrics to executives.

Vacgen · East Sussex

Hands-on inspection of precision-engineered components and assemblies against drawings and specifications, using Faro Arm/CMM metrology equipment and specialised test gear. Involves investigating non-conformances, root cause analysis, and working with Production and Engineering to reduce defects in an ISO 9001 environment serving vacuum technology for science and space applications.