Head of Industrial Engineering (d/m/f)

ams-OSRAM AG; Oberpremstätten; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

ams-OSRAM AG is seeking a Head of Industrial Engineering in Austria to drive data-based decision making and translate business objectives into capacity plans and investment strategies in a semiconductor environment.

You will lead IE to improve efficiency, plan CapEx, and develop capacity models and KPIs while collaborating with engineering, operations, supply chain and finance teams. Proficiency in English is required; German is a strong advantage.

Formación

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Semiconductor Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or high-tech production environments.
• Strong background in capacity planning, modeling, data analysis and simulation.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional and strategic initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management across technical and business functions.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate complexity into clear insights.
• Proficiency in English; German is a strong advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and further develop Industrial Engineering as a key driver of efficiency, productivity and operational predictability.
• Translate strategic targets into actionable capacity, cost and investment frameworks.
• Develop and enhance capacity models and simulation tools for mid- and long-term planning.
• Lead CapEx planning and evaluation including structured business cases and end-of-life equipment strategy.
• Provide fact-based input for investment decision processes across functions.
• Define and implement optimized production layouts aligned with technology roadmap and growth.
• Lead cross-functional projects across operations, engineering, supply chain and finance.
• Establish and maintain robust data foundations and KPIs for capacity, CapEx and performance.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

Capacity planning

Simulation

CapEx/Business case

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

English required

Educación

Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Semiconductor Engineering or related field

Descripción del empleo

We are LSP – Light Sensors & Photonics, one of three business units within ams OSRAM, advancing the digitalization of light. At LSP, we go beyond traditional sensing—combining light, silicon, and system expertise to enable digital photonics solutions. Our focus is clear: powering next-generation applications in data centers, AR/VR, mobile and automotive, where light becomes a critical interface for data, perception, and interaction. This evolution marks a shift from components to integrated photonics systems —driving performance, scalability, and innovation in high-growth segments.

As Head of Industrial Engineering (d/m/f) you will act as the interface between strategy and execution, driving data-based insights and enabling fact-driven decision processes across the organization.
You will ensure that production systems are designed and operated to meet customer demand efficiently, predictably and sustainably by translating business objectives into capacity plans, investment strategies and performance improvements.
At the same time, you will take ownership of further shaping and developing Industrial Engineering as a key enabling function within a semiconductor environment. Building on an already established foundation, you will actively drive the next phase of its evolution - expanding its scope, strengthening its strategic impact, and embedding it more deeply across the organization.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead and further develop Industrial Engineering as a key driver of efficiency, productivity and operational predictability
• Translate strategic targets into actionable capacity, cost and investment Frameworks
• Develop and continuously enhance capacity models and simulation tools for mid- and long-term planning
• Lead CapEx planning and evaluation, including structured business case development, end-of-life equipment strategy and prioritization
• Enable stakeholders with fact-based input for investment decision processes
• Define and implement optimized production layouts aligned with technology roadmap and business growth to enable efficiency, scalability and fabrication performance
• Lead and drive cross-functional projects across operations, engineering, supply chain and finance
• Establish and maintain robust data foundations and KPIs for capacity, capex and performance

• Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Semiconductor Engineering or related field
• Proven experience (5+ years) in semiconductor manufacturing or high-tech production environments
• Strong background in capacity planning & modeling, data analysis and simulation as well as CapEx / business case development
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional and strategic initiatives
• Excellent stakeholder management skills across technical and business functions
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complexity into clear, structured insights
• Proactive, structured and results-driven working style
• Proficiency in English is required, German language skills are a strong advantage

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.
The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the electrical and electronics industry, employment group H (https://www.feei.at/aktuelles/mindestloehne-und-gehaelter-eei/).
We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.