Director Factory ; ATD-HDD, North Reading, MA

Director Factory Applications (ATD-HDD, North Reading, MA)

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Director of Factory Applications

Teradyne’s IST group utilizes advanced instrumentation, high-throughput software and electro-mechanical handling solutions to validate semiconductor device performance and determine whether product quality levels have been achieved in the manufacturing process. Each one of these solutions require a level of customer specific applications in both Hardware and Software.

The Director of Factory Applications will manage development activities across our global customer base. This individual will report to the Sr. Director of Product Marketing and be a part of the Product Marketing Management team. The position will have 3 – 5 direct reports and be responsible for building this team out as the business expands. In this role you will lead the Factory Applications experts to develop strategic test solutions for new devices on our customers’ roadmaps, team with Marketing to provide direct input to Design Engineering for new product requirements that provide competitive differentiation and execute deliverables in parallel with product development to ensure new products roll out successfully.

This also includes integrating with the User Technical Publications, providing support to the Field Applications engineers when Design-in account projects are in flight by providing support to solution development and an interface to Design Engineering. The group is directly responsible for key initiatives to help improve the productivity of our Field Applications engineers through the implementation of productivity tools, strategic test solutions and advanced training.

• Leadership of strategic solution development, deliverables to engineering projects, support to Field Engineers design-in activity and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Establish new levels of device test and instrument expertise within the group.
• Determine Factory Apps budget, staffing levels, hire and mentor staff in IST global locations.

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree ideally i9n Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Graduate (MS or PhD) technical degree and/or MBA is desirable.
• At least 15 years of applications, product development, sales, and/or marketing experience for a company that has a reputation in delivering world-class products.
• Managerial or leadership experience having led a team of greater than four team members is important.
• Experience in attracting additional high performers to the organization will be needed.
• Ability to lead the customer facing aspects of…