Ferrotec · 19 hours ago
Sr. Process Development Manager
Livermore, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
15+ years expFerrotec is a technology company with a global presence in the semiconductor industry, dedicated to providing advanced materials and manufacturing solutions. The Sr. Process Development Manager will lead research and development for thin film deposition processes, manage technical personnel, and collaborate across departments to commercialize innovative products.
Enterprise SoftwareFinanceChemical & MaterialsManufacturingInformation TechnologyAdvanced Materials
Hiring Manager
Charlene Moss
Responsibilities
Play a leadership role in guiding R&D efforts of the business unit
Act as a source of deep technical expertise within the business unit and in interactions with key customer technical personnel
Lead the research and development efforts for new or improved thin film deposition processes and equipment
Direct the activities of various discipline project team members
Generate project proposals and plans which define the goals and objectives of a specific project as well as a timeline for the development cycle
Develop project proposals to meet the general business objectives
Write and execute experimental plans for the development of process equipment
Upon the completion of the experimental plan, create a report of experimental results
Gather, correlate and analyze experimental research data, calculations and results using the DOE, SPC and consultation tools as applicable
Support technology transfer for both internal and external customers
This includes: on-site process assistance, oral presentation of project work, and the transfer of technical data or information
Work in a team environment with engineers/scientists from other functional groups and consultants
Work with engineering in the application of project results to commercialized processes and equipment
Must be capable of obtaining a solid understanding of the fundamental problems and project objective
Ensure effective product/technology demonstrations
Determine product process specifications and equipment strengths, weaknesses and areas of development opportunity
Identify new fields and applications for Thin Film Solutions products
Perform other duties as required by Project Leader or Manager
Contribute toward maintaining a healthy and safe work environment by being familiar, knowledgeable and compliant with the contents of the Ferrotec General Safety Practices, procedures and appropriate safe work systems
Qualification
Required
M.S. degree in engineering or physical science, Ph.D. desired
More than 15 years' experience in relevant thin film deposition technologies with project management experience
Recognized as a subject matter expert in sputtering and evaporation physical vapor deposition systems and processes
Must be knowledgeable of the relevant advantages and disadvantages of the existing thin film deposition processes used in semiconductor manufacturing, optics, and other applications
Having a detailed understanding of how the thin film deposition process integrates into the entire process flow is greatly desired
Strong communication skills and an understanding of the relevant markets for our equipment are needed to interface with customers, Ferrotec Engineering and Sales to select which technologies are most applicable for a given application
Be a technical expert on the relevant metrologies used for characterizing thin films; profilometry, spectroscopic ellipsometry, spectrophotometry, SEM, AFM and 4-point probe
Preferred
Experience and knowledge of PLD, ALD and CVD processes a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life & Disability
401K Matching
Flexible Work Hours
Tuition Reimbursement
Leadership Development
Travel and Hotel Discounts
Paid Time Off
Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time
Employee Recognition Program
Employee Engagement & Appreciation Events hosted throughout the year
Virtual Wellness Activities and Classes are available to all employees & family members
Much More!
Company
Ferrotec
Ferrotec is a manufacturing company that provides component, material, and system solutions for semi conductor and electronic industries.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$74.64M2022-07-19Post Ipo Equity
2022-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $74.64M
2013-07-16IPO
Leadership Team
Shauna Brock
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