Director of Engineering

Overview

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

About the role

We are seeking a Director of Engineering, to lead our ceramic deposition pedestal technology development. We are seeking an innovative leader that is driven in the pursuit of technology that will be used by world leading semiconductor customers. Based at our Technology & Development Center in San Jose, California, this role will be part of our In-Chamber semiconductor segment. This role will focus on the technology advancements of deposition and etch based products and thermal systems. The position will provide technical leadership and advancement of our technology and product roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive adoption of new materials : Leading the adoption of in-sourced ceramic materials, and other metals, alloys, composites, in our new product development endeavors. Utilize your expertise to drive innovation and ensure that products remain at the forefront of technological advancement.
• Support enterprise vision and transformation : Collaborate with senior management and global functional leaders to develop strategies that align with our enterprise vision and drive transformation within our technical organization to better support our customers and business objectives.
• Support business growth initiatives : Work closely with other functional groups to support our business growth initiatives, ensuring that objectives for advancing technical capability are aligned with business priorities.
• Engage with ecosystem of semiconductor development : Foster strategic partnerships with customers, suppliers, labs, and universities in support of our R&D activities, driving advancements in the industry and expanding our technical capabilities.
• Provide technical and financial insights : Provide the organization with technical and financial information on projects, assisting in making appropriate prioritization and portfolio decisions.

Required Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Benefits

The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits :

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.

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