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# Senior Wet Etch Engineer

- **Company:** SMART Photonics
- **Location:** Eindhoven, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5938936415

## About the Role

* A master s degree in Physical Chemistry or a similar field.
 * At least 6 years of post-graduation experience with chemical wet etch processes in a wafer fab.
 * A good understanding of various processes and the strict safety guidelines used in the fabrication of semiconductor integrated circuits.
 * A proven drive for operational excellence, aligned with the company vision.
 * Experience with process improvement and statistical tools such as FMEA, SPC and DoE.
 * A natural drive to take ownership, get the job done, stay focused and be proactive.

## Description

As Senior Wet Etch Engineer you report to the Cluster Lead. You will:

 * Own the wet etch process: make sure all wet etch processes and tools are released on time, correctly qualified and in line with our safety guidelines.
 * Improve continuously: analyze existing processes and control systems (e.g. SPC, Cp/CpK) and turn the findings into higher efficiency, better yield and lower costs.
 * Be the technical reference: bring in-depth knowledge of chemical wet etch processes in a wafer fab, support the process experts in the team and step in where needed.
 * Coach and grow the team: guide junior colleagues in taking ownership and strengthening their skills.
 * Represent your department: contribute technical depth and strategic perspective in management meetings and presentations, and work closely with colleagues from Equipment, Operations, Integration and R&D.