Fabrication Equipment Owner

Fabrication Equipment Owner – Laboratory TechnicianA quantum technology company is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and optimisation of vacuum thin-film deposition systems in a cleanroom production environment. The role focuses on electron beam evaporation equipment, argon ion milling, and RF plasma in-situ cleaning systems. The position is essential for ensuring equipment reliability, process stability, and high system uptime.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate and monitor vacuum deposition equipment to ensure process stability and repeatabilityPerform calibration procedures and monitor critical process parametersConduct preventive and corrective maintenance on vacuum and deposition systemsService and maintain key system componentsEnsure the integrity of vacuum, gas, and plasma systemsTroubleshoot technical issues related to vacuum, beam, and deposition processesMaintain accurate maintenance records, calibration logs, and technical documentationCoordinate with equipment suppliers and external technical support teamsSupport instrumentation, hardware, and general laboratory activitiesMinimum RequirementsTechnical diploma or degree in electrical, mechanical engineering, or a related fieldAt least 2 years of experience working with vacuum-based equipmentStrong understanding of vacuum systems and high-voltage equipmentExcellent troubleshooting and hands-on technical skillsAbility to work independently and follow structured proceduresPreferred SkillsExperience with electron beam evaporation, ion milling, or plasma processing systemsExperience working in cleanroom, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing environmentsKnowledge of electromechanics or experience as an electromechanical technicianFamiliarity with deposition monitoring equipment (e.g., quartz crystal microbalance systems)Experience with hardware development or laboratory instrumentationValid driving licence and ability to travel between work sitesDarwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.Shenaaz Ahmed