RiTE SOI Expansion Technical Specialist

Introduce Soitec and context of the position

How does something you do not see improve your daily life? This is what our products do and they are in your smartphones, cars, and connected objects. They make them more efficient and less energy intensive. We are passionate about innovation in technology and proud of the value we create for our customers. At Soitec, we are also in a state of transformation: cultural, managerial and digital. We want to make our company an organization where freedom of action and accountability guide our actions. Do you want to change things or test a new idea? If so, what are you waiting for? It is time to come to Soitec!

What does the job consist?

A Technical Specialist is a professional who provides specialized expertise in a specific technical area within an organization. The role often involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving technical systems.

• Application of Technical Knowledge
• Technical Specialist often work with engineers and other professionals to implement designs, plans, or solutions in real-world environments. They may be responsible for interpreting designs and applying them using industry-specific tools and techniques.
• Applying theory to practice bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring that theoretical designs or concepts are turned into functional systems, processes, or products.
• Research and Development
• Conducting research: Technical Specialist may be involved in research projects to explore new technologies, methods, or systems. They apply scientific and technical knowledge to identify innovative solutions to technical problems.
• Testing and prototyping: They often build and test prototypes, assess feasibility, and make adjustments based on results to optimize designs or products.
• Technical Support and Troubleshooting:
• Provide expert-level support for technical issues or system malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems in a timely manner.
• Root cause analysis, detailed investigations into system or equipment failures, identifying the root cause and proposing solutions to prevent future issues.
• Diagnostic testing design and implement check the performance of systems, machines, or products, and use these results to optimize performance or fix faults.
• System Implementation & Configuration:
• Assist with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of new technologies or systems.
• Support deployment of technical solutions and ensure they meet the organization's requirements.
• Design and Equipment Optimization
• Equipment improvement existing equipment, systems, or machinery. They seek ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality outputs.
• Design modifications or upgrading existing designs or systems to improve performance, safety, or functionality. They ensure that modifications meet operational requirements and industry standards.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Creating documentation like procedure, BKM, troubleshooting guide and manual.
• Data analysis on performance data, generate reports, and present findings to engineer recommending improvements or adjustments.
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensuring standards in maintaining quality control ensure that systems, products, or processes comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Continuous monitoring systems over time, using their expertise to adjust or recalibrate as necessary to maintain compliance and operational efficiency, identify potential risks or issues and proactively mitigate them.
• Team Coordination
• Work closely with equipment engineers, process engineer and other specialists to ensure the success of projects, communicating technical details and progress updates to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Resource management of materials, tools, and equipment required for a project or daily operation and ensure their optimal use.
• Training and Development
• Training others: Technical Specialist may be responsible for training junior staff, technicians, or new team members on complex technical concepts, equipment, or procedures.
• Professional development: They keep up with advancements in their field and may take part in ongoing education, certifications, or workshops to enhance their skills and stay current with technological developments.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Considerations
• Ensuring safety: Technical Specialist are often responsible for ensuring that work environments, systems, and processes adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations. They may implement safety measures and protocols to mitigate risks.
• Sustainability practices: In fields like manufacturing or energy, technologists may work to implement sustainable practices, optimizing systems for energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.