ASM · 1 week ago
Director, Mechanical Engineering – Electrostatic Chuck
Greater Phoenix Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expASM is a leading company in semiconductor technology, committed to innovation and sustainability. The Director of Mechanical Engineering for Electrostatic Chuck is responsible for the strategy, design, and delivery of hardware engineering solutions, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and customer needs.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of ESC and heaters hardware platforms and modules
Ensure timely delivery of new equipment designs including safety, specifications, conceptual configuration, detailed design, factory release, configuration control, and documentation
Support customer-specific designs and product cost reduction initiatives
Drive new technology exploration and development of new processes
Establish budgets and measurable performance indicators for the department
Manage engineering projects to meet deliverables, quality, budget, and timing
Foster a collaborative and engaging environment across departments and suppliers
Collaborate with universities, research institutes, and engineering firms for breakthrough technological solutions
Motivated to drive innovation through R&D and create patents
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
10-15 years of experience in hardware engineering including semiconductor processing
5+ years in a leadership position
Expertise in material science including AlN, Al2O3, SiC, and C22 alloys
Understanding of failure modes and process performance behavior
Strong background in electrical engineering including high voltage biasing, RF/DC integration, dielectric breakdown, leakage, and charging/discharging
Knowledge of clamping mechanisms and thermal engineering
Experience in vacuum and plasma physics
Proficiency in mechanical design and manufacturing processes
Demonstrated system thinking capabilities
Preferred
Proven ability to meet time-to-market requirements
Track record of delivering engineering solutions in multicultural and dynamic environments
Visionary thinking and long-term strategic planning
Strong planning and organizational skills
Effective communication across diverse audiences
Team building and networking capabilities
Experience in global organizations
Hands-on R&D experience and familiarity with fab equipment
Experience in productization from prototype to volume production
Customer interface experience with Tier 1 customers
Supplier management including communication, negotiation, strategic planning, and problem solving
Mentorship and innovation mindset
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
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