ASM · 23 hours ago
Senior Director, Product Unit - Surface Modification
Greater Phoenix Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
13+ years expASM is a leading company in the semiconductor industry, known for its cutting-edge technology and collaborative culture. The Senior Director of Surface Modification will lead a strategic business unit, focusing on advancing Surface Modification technologies and ensuring operational excellence while fostering innovation and customer-centric solutions.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Executive leadership for the Surface Modification (SM) Group, managing a high-performing, multidisciplinary organization of ~25–30 professionals across hardware engineering, process development, product support, and product management
Define and execute the strategic vision and growth roadmap for Surface Modification technologies, including emerging standalone products and enabling modules for integrated pre-clean and post-treatment
Collaborate closely with Key Product Unit (KPU) and Global Product Marketing (GPM) leadership to align technology innovation with overall business objectives and market opportunities
Ensure operational excellence and delivery across all development programs, meeting quality, cost, and timeline commitments while enhancing competitiveness and customer value
Cultivate a customer-centric organization by partnering with key customers and the Key Account Technology (KAT) team to understand evolving needs and secure successful product qualifications
Serve as the executive sponsor for complex cross-organizational initiatives, aligning R&D, marketing, and operations on shared goals
Drive organizational development by building and scaling leadership capacity, including direct management of seasoned managers and development of future leaders
Contribute actively to ASM’s long-term strategic planning and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s product and technology portfolio in advanced materials engineering
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
13+ years of progressive experience in the semiconductor industry (capital equipment preferred), with significant leadership roles spanning surface engineering, process technology, or adjacent domains (CVD, PVD, plasma treatment, etc.)
Proven track record in incubating and delivering new product platforms from concept through commercialization in a global, fast-paced innovation environment
Demonstrated success leading managers and senior technical professionals, with a strong emphasis on talent development and organizational scalability
Strategic thinker with exceptional execution discipline and the ability to influence across functions and cultures
Strong customer orientation and experience navigating technical engagements with global semiconductor manufacturers
Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLC), operational efficiency frameworks, and go-to-market strategies
Effective decision-maker with a pragmatic and collaborative leadership style
Exceptional communicator and problem solver with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Committed to developing talent, fostering collaboration, and building high-performance cultures
Company
ASM
ASM is a supplier of semiconductor equipment, materials and process solutions addressing the wafer processing.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1981-05-22IPO
Leadership Team
Charles Dean del Prado
President & CEO
Recent News
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