Some common jobs
Discover some of the most common roles available in the semiconductor sector. Get an idea of what these roles involve in practice and the career progression opportunities.
CNC miller
As a CNC miller, you’ll be producing components used in machines for the semiconductor industry. Using modern, computer-controlled machines, you’ll machine materials down to the finest details. You’ll ensure that every component meets the semiconductor sector’s exacting quality standards. This makes your work vital, as without these components, the machines that produce chips simply cannot be built. You’ll be working in a clean, high-tech environment using the latest technology. No two days are the same: you set up machines, check products and contribute ideas for improvements.
Do you enjoy hands-on work, have an eye for detail and work in a structured way? Then a job as a CNC miller plenty of opportunities for personal development. What’s more, there are plenty of opportunities for career progression, for example to become a programmer, work planner or team leader.
Assembly Operator
As an assembly operator, you’ll be working on high-tech machines for the semiconductor industry. In a clean and modern working environment, you’ll carefully assemble components according to clear instructions. You’ll ensure that all parts fit together properly and function correctly. In doing so, you’ll play a key role in building the machines needed for semiconductor production. You’ll work with modern techniques and alongside colleagues on innovative products. Every day is different: you’ll assemble components, check your work and help maintain high quality standards.
Do you enjoy working with your hands and have an eye for detail? If so, this role offers plenty of opportunities for personal development. For example, you could progress to become an all-round fitter, work planner or team leader.
Quality Controller
As a quality controller, you check whether components and products meet the high standards of the semiconductor industry. You examine products carefully and check that everything has been manufactured correctly. If you spot a fault or deviation, you report it promptly to prevent problems in the production process. Thanks to your work, the quality and reliability of products remain high. You’ll work in a modern, high-tech environment where precision is key. Your working day is never dull: you’ll carry out checks, take measurements and contribute ideas for improvements.
Are you precise and do you have an eye for detail? If so, this role offers opportunities for personal development. For example, you could progress to become a quality engineer, quality coordinator or team leader.
Software Engineer
As a Software Engineer, you’ll develop software for high-tech machines in the chip industry. You’ll ensure that the various components of a machine work together seamlessly – such as the control systems, electronics and mechanical parts. You’ll translate technical requirements into smart and reliable software. Thanks to your work, complex machines can operate accurately and safely. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines to develop innovative solutions. Your working days are varied: you’ll be programming, testing software and solving technical challenges.
Are you interested in technology and do you enjoy working on smart solutions? If so, this role offers plenty of opportunities for personal development. For example, you could progress to become a senior software engineer, software architect or project manager.
All-round Cleanroom Mechanic
As an All-round Cleanroom Mechanic, you’ll help build high-tech machines for the semiconductor industry. You’ll work in a specialised, dust-free environment where precision is of the utmost importance. Here, you’ll build, test and improve components and modules for complex machines. You’ll ensure that everything works perfectly before the machine is put into use. In doing so, you’ll follow clear work instructions and strict quality standards. Thanks to your attention to detail, machines all over the world can help in the production of chips. You’ll work alongside colleagues on innovative technology.
Do you enjoy working with precision and are you interested in engineering? Then this role offers plenty of opportunities for personal development. For example, you could progress to become a senior cleanroom technician, test engineer or team leader.