About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have more than 194,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. The company’s commitment to investment in R&D in the UK, through university partnerships or bespoke facilities such as the photonics centre in Ipswich, will keep the country at the forefront of global digital innovation. And through this commitment, the UK will play an increasingly significant role in helping Huawei to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live.

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values:

• staying customer-centric,

• inspiring dedication,

• persevering,

• Growing by reflection.

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world.

To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh, Ipswich and Bristol. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward.

Job Summary

This role is part of the Epitaxy team which requires flexible cross boundary working. This team has the role of supporting the III-V product development and production teams in meeting customer requirements, working with a team of technicians and engineers in cleanrooms and laboratories. Shift worker will support running of low pressure MOCVD reactors and the characterization of the material created.

This is a 12-month contract role, with the potential for extension subject to project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Characterization of semiconductor material using appropriate tools (on the job training provided).

• Use the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to input data as instructed by engineer and/or documentation in order to maintain the process flow.

• Basic operation of one or more MOCVD reactors – (un)loading InP substrates and transferring product to characterization area.

• Support maintenance tasks on the MOCVD reactors, this will require use of breathing apparatus.

• Use of chemicals for some characterization procedures and cleaning of small reactor parts.

• Provide effective handover to other technicians and engineers.

• Actively undertake 5S.

• Work in accordance with the Huawei quality and safety policies.

• Taking ownership of consumable parts management.

• Working with engineers to develop and document new processes effectively.

Person Specification:

Required:

• Experience in running material/product assessment/evaluation tools and accurately recording data.

• Ability to follow detailed written and/or verbal instructions.

• Proven ability to take accurate notes relating to the processes.

• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.

• Ability to use web-based or bespoke software tools on PC.

• Willing to shave clean for maintenance days.

Preferred:

• HNC in a relevant subject.

• Confident working safely with chemicals.

• Experience in MOVPE epitaxy growth systems or similar systems.

• Experience in working within a semiconductor fab.