Senior Equipment Engineer

Glenrothes
2 weeks ago
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Our client, a leading semiconductor manufacturer based in Fife, is looking for a Senior Equipment Engineer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in maximising equipment efficiency and ensuring smooth operations in a high-tech environment.

The Role



Develop preventative maintenance strategies to maximise equipment availability, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality output.

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Carry out repairs and preventative maintenance of specialist semiconductor processing equipment.

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Provide training and mentoring to technicians and junior engineers.

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Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and contractors.

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Support on-site emergency response when required.

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Manage inventory and control critical spare parts.

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Implement improvement strategies and support change reviews.

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Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

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Plan and oversee the installation of new equipment.

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Represent the equipment team in multi-disciplinary meetings.

What We’re Looking For

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Minimum 5 years’ experience in semiconductor manufacturing or a related field.

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HNC/HND or degree in an engineering discipline.

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Hands-on experience with Novellus C1, E-beam Evaporation equipment, MRC Sputtering equipment, Furnace equipment, and associated Metrology equipment.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What’s on Offer?

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Be part of a well-established and growing company.

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Work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Career development opportunities within a forward-thinking organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement

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