Lead/Manager, Process Engineering

Description:

Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute the technical roadmap aligned with business objectives
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams to drive innovation, productivity, and quality improvements
• Oversee process development and integration of new modules into manufacturing

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Manage and mentor a team of engineers and technicians
• Provide guidance on tool safety, process chemistry, and advanced data analysis
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence

Process Optimization & Manufacturing Excellence

• Drive initiatives such as Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to ensure scalable and stable product designs
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) during yield excursions and process failures
• Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) for optimization
• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Operational Efficiency & Cost Management

• Lead Cost of Ownership (CoO) reduction initiatives and waste elimination programs
• Manage production scaling while maintaining high quality standards
• Optimize inventory levels and lead times

Business & Product Ownership

• Own Product Lifecycle Management, including market positioning and profitability (P&L)
• Drive revenue growth and margin improvement, including management of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Identify market trends and ensure readiness for industry inflection points

Stakeholder & Customer Management

• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and key customers
• Lead joint development programs with semiconductor manufacturers
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term relationship management
• Oversee field service strategies to maximize installed base revenue

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related field)
• Extensive experience in semiconductor equipment, manufacturing, or related high-tech industries
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams
• Strong expertise in SPC, DOE, RCA, and process optimization methodologies
• Demonstrated experience in product lifecycle management and P&L ownership
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills