Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering Job at Veeco Instruments (Plainview)

Job Description

Veeco has an opening in Plainview, NY, for a Senior Manager, ETO (Engineer-To-Order). This role leads a cross-functional team of engineers in the design and development of complex wafer processing equipment involving ion beam etch, ion beam deposition, and chemical/physical vapor deposition technologies. The Senior Manager, ETO, is responsible for leading a team comprised of internal cross-discipline groups, as well as external contracted resources, involved in design projects that have near-term revenue impact. The person in this role will have hands-on involvement in Engineering design activities and will touch all phases of the process, from establishing design requirements from customer specifications, through development of the product, and to successful manufacturing support and customer acceptance. This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for multiple, concurrent development programs whose deliverables are expected to meet schedule and quality standards. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, and will coordinate with other cross-functional groups, including Operations, Marketing, Technology, Technical Product Support and Supply Chain.

Job Responsibility

Manage and lead mechanical, electrical, and program management resources, as well as matrix-managed software resources, with full ownership and responsibility to execute new tool and upgrade ETO projects through all phases of the product lifecycle, including concept, prototyping, development, qualification, production support, and field support
Coordinate the completion of milestones for critical product development programs while making effective use of internal and outsourced resources
Participate in customer requirements and specification reviews with a cross-functional group, including Marketing and Operations, prior to quote delivery
Upon purchase order acceptance, work closely with Marketing and Operations to translate customer process requirements into system configurations and design requirements
Plan, schedule, and resource engineering activities in coordination with the Operations build schedule and committed delivery dates
Provide Engineering support to Operations during the manufacturing build process
Drive all engineering documentation and deliverables, including product BOM’s, P&IDs, and engineering drawings, to be prepared, updated, and released in accordance with applicable company format and procedural requirements
Provide technical support for escalations on released and ETO products when additional support is requested by Field Service or Operations personnel
Ensure compliance with applicable industry safety and regulatory standards
Manage internally and externally sourced engineering changes (ECs) that are compliant with the Veeco change process and in support of program schedule requirements
Resolve obsolescence issues in a timely manner
Establish goals and performance metrics to improve work product quality and efficiency
establish training and development plans for direct reports and support establishment of the same for indirect reports
help the team achieve their career goals and drive the team to a higher level of performance
Identify and implement process improvements within the team and across functional interfaces
Act as a mentor to individual team members, and to the team, providing guidance in relevant areas, including technical, project management, product development, core team building and skills development
Inspire the team to strive for continuous improvement in innovation, design, and development
Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Must be able to travel up to 10%, including internationally

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering is required
A minimum of 10 years of experience with engineering design and development and experience in semiconductor equipment or other capital equipment is preferred
A minimum of 5 years in an engineering leadership position performing new product development is required
Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team in the design of complex technical equipment with a team comprised of direct employees, consultants, and temps
Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects, priorities, and risks within specified time and budgetary restrictions
Ability to estimate, plan, schedule, and allocate resources for engineering activities
Strong working knowledge and application of mechanical engineering principles
Possess a system-level understanding of electro-mechanical systems, including a working knowledge of electrical and software principles
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, system block diagrams, electrical schematics, engineering specifications, and manufacturing requirements is required
In-depth understanding of the product life cycle (PLC) and phase gate review process
Knowledge of semiconductor or other capital equipment industries preferred
experience in designing equipment used in a cleanroom environment a plus
experience working within an ISO-certified organization is preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage the details required to ensure all aspects of the engineering design process are met
Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
SAP is a plus
Experience working directly with customers, external suppliers, and outsource partners
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong computer skills, including MS Office products, Teams, Project, and SharePoint
Proven track record building, mentoring, and inspiring a team
Must possess a strong sense of cultural values in accordance with the Veeco Code of Conduct

Nice to have

Knowledge of semiconductor or other capital equipment industries
experience in designing equipment used in a cleanroom environment
experience working within an ISO-certified organization
SAP is a plus

What we offer

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) with Company Match
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Commuter Benefits
Life and Accident Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Identity Theft Remediation
Emergency Travel Assistance

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