Manager, Concept & Feasibility Engineering (all genders)

Lamresearch; Villach; Hybrid; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lam Research in Austria is seeking a senior engineering leader to direct hardware, software and systems development efforts for next-generation semiconductor technologies. You will shape the strategic technology roadmap and foster cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires a Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant field, 8+ years of engineering leadership, and excellent English. Lam offers hybrid work options and a commitment to innovation and professional growth.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• 8+ years of engineering experience including concept development/testing.
• Experience leading technical teams, projects, or organizations.

Aufgaben

• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams focused on concept development and feasibility of next-generation semiconductor technologies.
• Define and drive the strategic technology roadmap for concept initiatives.
• Foster innovation and promote problem-solving, technical excellence, and novel approaches.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with product/systems/process engineering, sourcing, quality, and external partners.
• Communicate strategies, progress, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Ausbildung

Master’s or PhD in engineering/science

Jobbeschreibung

The impact you’ll make

Responsibilities may include a combination of the following: Hardware Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a hardware development function for electronic design, mechanical design and/or hardware reliability. Software Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a software development function for software systems, applications and/or software quality assurance. Systems Design: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of an integrated hardware/software systems design function.

What you’ll do

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on concept development and feasibility assessment of next-generation semiconductor technologies and products.
• Define and drive the strategic technology roadmap for concept and feasibility initiatives, aligning engineering activities with business objectives and future market requirements.
• Foster innovation by promoting creative problem-solving, technical excellence, and the exploration of novel engineering approaches.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with product engineering, systems engineering, process engineering, sourcing, quality, and external partners to ensure successful technology maturation.
• Communicate technical strategies, development progress, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, research institutions, and industry partners to support innovation and technology advancement.
• Manage team performance, workforce planning, resource allocation, talent development, and succession planning.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, collaboration, and engineering excellence.

Who we’re looking for

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, such as Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience, including experience in concept development and concept testing.
• Previous experience leading technical teams, projects, or engineering organizations.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry or another highly regulated high-technology environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing engineering teams within semiconductor equipment development.
• Experience in organizational development, coaching, mentoring, and talent management.
• Familiarity with project portfolio management and resource planning

What We're Offering

This position is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry (https://www.metalltechnischeindustrie.at/fileadmin/content/Dokumente/Kollektivvertrag/KV-2025_2026/FMTI_Mindesgehaltstabelle_2025.pdf) in occupation group H. A higher payment is negotiable depending on education, expertise and skills. The monthly salary is paid 14 times per year. Please follow the link below in the “Employment in Austria” section for further information.

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Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research (\"Lam\" or the \"Company\") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.