Let us tell you a little bit about Sparc Sparc FOUNDRY develops and produces compound semiconductors as part of a strong European ecosystem. We are building advanced manufacturing capabilities for Group III-V materials to serve markets such as telecommunications, automotive, quantum computing, defence, aerospace, medical and consumer electronics.

As Senior Equipment

Engineer specialising in Epitaxy (MOCVD), you will lead the technical strategy, installation, qualification and long-term support of Metal-Organic Chemical Vapour Deposition tools across our fab. You will ensure equipment readiness for process development and high-volume production, drive reliability and uptime improvements, and work closely with process engineering, maintenance, suppliers and R&D; to deliver excellent device performance and yield.

Equipment deployment & qualification: Lead installation, site acceptance, and qualification activities for new and upgraded MOCVD tools, ensuring compliance with Sparc’s manufacturing readiness criteria and quality systems. Reliability, uptime & performance: Implement preventative maintenance strategies, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement programmes to maximise tool availability and stability, minimise process excursions and reduce cost of ownership. Manage supplier relationships, performance agreements and spare parts strategies.

Produce and maintain equipment specifications, qualification protocols, maintenance procedures and technical reports. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organisation.

Commissioning & transfer support: Provide on-site and remote support for tool commissioning, process transfer, and scale-up activities. Ensure all equipment work adheres to health, safety and environmental policies, regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.



Contribute to roadmap planning for epitaxy equipment strategy, participate in capital planning and budgeting, and represent equipment engineering in cross-functional forums to align on priorities for production, R&D; and customer projects.

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Postgraduate qualifications are an advantage. Deep understanding of MOCVD tool architecture, gas delivery systems, mass flow control, thermal management and reactor chemistry.

Experience with equipment qualification protocols, SPC, process control and yield-driven maintenance strategies. Ability to read and produce technical schematics, P&IDs; and control system documentation.

Experience interfacing with OEMs, service vendors and third-party contractors for installation, upgrades and spare parts management.

Language: Fluency in English (written & verbal). We are looking for people who share our passion for photonics, compound semiconductors and high-performance manufacturing. Morning working schedule From mid-June to September, our working hours are 8:00-15:00, just like every Friday during the rest of the year.

New branded office (coming soon!) We are building a new branded office full of services oriented to enhance our employee experience. Multicultural team We’re a diverse group representing 5+ nationalities, and English is our common language. Team moments and activities We enjoy spending time together through team-building sessions, casual gatherings and company meetups.

Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Services We are happy to sponsor visas for you and your family and provide relocation support where required. We are proud to be based in a city with an exceptional quality of life, giving our team the chance to enjoy a unique and inspiring environment. #

📌 Senior Equipment Engineer - Epitaxy (MOCVD) (Vigo)
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