Process Engineer

Company: Filtronic
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Location: Sedgefield
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will own the end-to-end packaging and assembly system, shaping strategy and delivering hands-on improvements from NPI to high-volume production. You will architect scalable packaging solutions for RF products and lead cross-functional initiatives to meet defence and telecom growth needs. Expect a mix of hands-on on-floor optimization and strategic technology direction with a focus on reliability and process discipline. This is a fast-paced, high-technology environment where your work directly enables scalable, robust manufacturing capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement end-to-end packaging and assembly system aligned with RF product roadmap
  • Establish standardized flows for die prep, die attach, wire bonding, encapsulation/moulding, dicing, QFN assembly, inspection and SMT integration
  • Lead pre-NPI technology development and transition to volume production
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership on RF/high-frequency packaging integration
  • Develop equipment, capital and supplier strategies; govern compliance and reliability

Key requirements

  • University degree or equivalent with focus on materials, mechanical or electronics engineering
  • Proven experience taking packaging and assembly processes from R&D to volume production
  • Strong problem-solving using DMAIC and 8D methodologies
  • Experience with SPC, Cp/Cpk, and DoE
  • Knowledge of MIL-STD-883 and IPC 600/610/7711
  • Experience in QFN, plastic encapsulation/moulding, die attach and wire bonding
  • Data-driven and analytical
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
  • Strategic thinker with hands-on capability
  • QFN packaging
  • Plastic encapsulation and moulding
  • Die attach and wire bonding

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Posted: September 14th, 2026