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The Netherlands Shift Engineer - 5 shifts

SMART Photonics

SMART Photonics

Eindhoven, Netherlands
Posted on Mar 20, 2025

About SMART Photonics: SMART Photonics is a pioneering provider of Indium Phosphide (InP) foundry services, driving the future of photonic chip technology. We are an independent foundry producing high-end Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) for customers in various sectors, including healthcare and telecommunications. Our mission is to improve people’s lives and create a better world through integrated photonics.

Company Values: At SMART Photonics, we believe that trust, respect, and integrity are the foundations of continuous growth and high performance as a team. We encourage and live our company values: We delight our customers, we drive innovation, we commit to excellence and all of this we do it together!

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Shift Engineer to join our team on 5-shift schedule. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing equipment and systems during their assigned shifts. A positive attitude and a ‘can-do’ mentality are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor, operate, and maintain manufacturing equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance during assigned shifts.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain production to run efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including process engineers and quality assurance, to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Document maintenance activities, incidents, and equipment performance logs accurately and timely.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment by recognizing and addressing potential hazards.
  • Support your shift with their daily tasks, and if needed assist with wafer handling tasks.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, optical engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or high-tech environment.
  • Strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
  • Flexibility to work in a 5-shift rotation schedule, including nights and weekends.
  • Fluent in English, Dutch is a pre.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic and inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development within a high-growth, deep-tech company.
  • The chance to be part of a cutting-edge industry that is transforming global technology and enabling next-generation applications.
  • A supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the company.
  • Additional fee due to work in the 5-shift schedule.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for technology and a ‘can-do’ attitude, we encourage you to apply and become part of the photonics revolution with SMART Photonics.

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