Director, Engineering

About Veeco You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.
We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at .OVERVIEW:
Veeco's Advanced Deposition and Etch portfolio sits at the center of increasingly demanding semiconductor manufacturing requirements, where customers expect faster innovation cycles, higher equipment performance, and predictable factory execution. As Director of Engineering, you will lead the multi-disciplinary organization responsible for translating customer, technology, and business requirements into manufacturable products that meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule commitments. Your decisions will directly influence product roadmaps, development velocity, and customer adoption across Veeco's advanced process equipment portfolio.

Working across Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Software Engineering, you will shape the next generation of deposition and etch platforms while building a high-performing engineering organization capable of scaling with the business. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead engineering execution across the full product lifecycle, from requirements definition through customer deployment and field performance. Direct multi-disciplinary Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Software Engineering teams to deliver advanced deposition and etch programs on committed schedule, cost, and quality targets. Drive system architecture and technical decision-making that balance performance, manufacturability, reliability, serviceability, and risk. Partner with Product Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology, and Customer Support leaders to translate market requirements into successful product roadmaps and customer solutions.

Establish operating metrics, development processes, and resource plans that improve engineering efficiency, predictability, and product quality. Build organizational capability by recruiting, developing, and retaining top engineering talent while creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Represent engineering with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners to resolve complex technical and business challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline required;
Master’s degree preferred. 12+ years of progressive engineering experience in complex capital equipment or related industry, including 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles is also required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ownership of multiple concurrent product development programs from concept through release. Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and organizational planning responsibilities. Proven success leading Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Software Engineering organizations in a product development environment. Deep understanding of complex…