Epitaxial High-Level Engineer (f/m/d)

Innolume GmbH is a leading provider of optoelectronic devices based on InGaAs/GaAs quantum-well and quantum-dot technologies, covering a wavelength range from 780 nm to 1350 nm. Our company specializes in the development of customized photonic devices tailored precisely to our customers’ requirements.

We are proud to have been among the first companies to successfully commercialize quantum-dot semiconductor devices and have since developed leading quantum-well laser technologies that reinforce our position at the forefront of photonics innovation. With our two MBE reactors, we support the epitaxial growth of In, Al, Ga, and AsP/GaAs heterostructures, ensuring flexibility and sustainability for both development and volume production.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an excellent Epitaxial High-Level Engineer (f/m/d) to join our team at our headquarters in Dortmund on a permanent basis.

• Support process stability, capability improvement, and production performance across multiple MBE systems.
• Manage and analyze facility and process-related data to identify trends and optimization opportunities.
• Develop new epitaxial growth processes and continuously improve existing manufacturing processes.
• Plan and execute process development projects using Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies.
• Support equipment maintenance activities and coordinate with external service providers.
• Assist Supply Chain Management in spare parts planning and qualification of new MBE precursor suppliers.
• Perform chemical cleaning and maintenance activities on MBE wafer holders and related components.
• Prepare engineering reports, process documentation, and production-related technical records.
• Generate Engineering Change Requests, Issue Reports, and Permission for Deviation documentation.
• Train and support production operators on assigned systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, environmental regulations,health and safety requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Production, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, MBE or MOCVD growth, and equipment maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of epitaxial growth technologies, semiconductor materials, and MBE or MOCVD equipment.
• Practical experience with wafer characterization techniques such as XRD, PL, Hall measurements, Ellipsometry, AFM, and SEM.
• Familiarity with in-situ monitoring techniques such as RHEED, pyrometry, or band-edge measurement is an advantage.
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures for chemicals, precursors, and maintenance materials.
• Understanding of optoelectronic device technologies and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Experience in statistical data analysis, FMEA, and database management.
• Programming skills in Python, Delphi, or comparable programming languages are beneficial.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under time-critical conditions.
• Fluent English language skills are required.

• A permanent position in an innovative and international high-tech environment.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge semiconductor and photonics technologies.
• Challenging and diverse engineering projects with a high degree of responsibility.
• Individual training and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and a collaborative working culture.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Attractive additional benefits, including company events, free beverages and fruit ...
• Additional benefits after successful completion of the probation period, including commuting allowances, mobility support, meal subsidies, and other attractive perks.

Innolume is a prosperous fast-growing development and manufacturing company of sophisticated GaAs & InP based semiconductor devices. With full-cycle production from wafer growth to device packaging, we offer our customers solutions for industrial, medical, scientific and datacom applications.

We are offering various positions in engineering, physics, IT as well as quality, logistics, sales and administration at our fully integrated semiconductor fab in Dortmund. Here you will be part of a highly motivated and experienced team, promoting our cutting-edge optoelectronic solutions and devices.

Learn more: www.innolume.com