Paragraf’s patented contamination-free deposition technology delivers game-changing opportunities for the commercialisation of graphene by allowing us to manufacture high-purity 2D graphene sheets at scale.

Paragraf is the first company in the world to mass produce graphene-based electronic devices using standard semiconductor processes. We not only specialise in the manufacture of high-purity graphene but also its seamless integration into ready to use products that can be quickly adopted by our customers and partners to support the advancement of their technologies.

At Paragraf we are committed to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life.

Founded as a spin out from Cambridge University in 2017 with the aim of transferring the technology from the academic lab into a commercial entity. Since then, we have grown from one site in Somersham, Cambridgeshire and three employees to a team of over 100 people and an additional production facility in Huntingdon as well as sales teams globally promoting Paragraf.

This role focuses on operating, optimising and maintaining quality standards for the Front End of Line processing equipment, to deliver and support device manufacture to the highest level, in a repeatable, controlled manner.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Operate and optimise semiconductor front-end process equipment, which could be in any process area for example, Evaporators, ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition) and RIE (Reactive Ion Etch).
• Contribute towards the design of experiments to aid optimisation of production equipment
• Collect and analyse process data to aid optimisation of production equipment and support research and development projects
• Plan and control the quality of the production process
• Monitor all processes to prevent equipment malfunction
• Maintain & optimise equipment processes through evidential led means
• Through a hands-on experimental approach, trouble shoot problems and issues, develop and progress solutions identified from the findings, working with senior colleagues across departments
• Succinctly report findings and provide recommendations for next steps
• Provide timely, reliable support to our research, development, and production teams

What we’re looking for

Education and Qualifications:

• HNC/HND or equivalent in engineering, science or electronics.

 Experience:

• Proven experience of hands-on approach to tasks & problem solving
• Strong background and experience in semiconductor or similar precision manufacturing environment
• Experience of quantitative performance analysis, e.g. SPC, DoE
• Experience of working in an R&D/lab/production facility
• A passion for detail and process

Skills and knowledge:

• Diligent and methodical approach to work with a focus on completing tasks efficiently and effectively
• Ability to prioritise tasks and workloads across projects

Communication:

• Ability to communicate at all levels with both internal and external contacts
• Ability to present information clearly and appropriately for the audience

Additional factors:

• Respect and adherence to confidentiality and critical matters
• UK Driving licence
• Responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by complying with company policies and processes and all relevant regulations including the use of PPE, as appropriate to the level and scope of the role. This includes participation in health and safety training and reporting of any potential hazards or breaches of safety protocols in the appropriate manner.

Benefits

At Paragraf we are constantly looking for new ways to support and reward our team. This is our current list of benefits, they are subject to change and review:

• Group Personal Pension Plan- Employer contribution 5%, Employee contribution minimum 4%
• Private health insurance on completion of probation
• Share Option scheme
• Death in service of 3 times salary and income protection on completion of probation
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the chance to ‘purchase’ up to 5 additional days each year
• Personal and Professional Development Plans and support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme
• Payroll Giving scheme