Director of Engineering

Working at Watlow

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.

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.

• 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.

• Advanced Engineering degree (MS/PhD) or Bachelor's Engineering degree
• 10 or more years of related experience in the Materials Science area.
• Experience working with material suppliers
• Experience in new product development using new/advance materials
• Experience leading and managing highly cross‑functional teams

• PhD in ceramics Engineering or Materials Science is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to create/foster a leadership environment that is conducive to teamwork and supports a fast‑paced, highly visual, and collaborative work environment
• Experience in leading advanced research programs
• Semiconductor and/or other high‑tech industry experience is preferred
• Experience in resolving materials related technical issue

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full
range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

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.

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