Frontend Process Development Director

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Penang; Kulim; On-site; MYR 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

ams OSRAM Group in Malaysia is seeking a Frontend Process Development Director to own the FEK process development roadmap, allocate R&D budgets, and drive equipment evaluation and transfers for new chip products.

The role requires extensive leadership across multicultural teams, orchestration of cross-functional manufacturing needs, collaboration with suppliers, and advanced DoE, FMEA, and statistical methods to improve quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor technology.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor technology and optoelectronic device physics.
• Experience in frontend process development and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Fluent in English and Chinese, Malay, or German would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Owns and executes the FEK specific process development roadmap including allocation of the relevant R&D budget and resources.
• Planning, setup, coordination and risk management of new process- and equipment introduction as well as process transfers from RGB to KUL in the context of new chip products and operations efficiency.
• Alignment between R&D and manufacturing needs regarding cross platform synergies, technology reuse, complexity reduction and quality improvement.
• Alignment with suppliers and following up process technology- and equipment market trends, cooperation with external partners and industry associations as well as benchmarking of relevant competitor solutions.
• Knowledge and skill management in Frontend Processes and Sequences including methodological competences (e.g. DOE planning, statistics, FMEA, eDEV, Infodoc, etc.)
• Resource, Investment and Budget Planning for PRO KUL Projects and PRO input to Chip Development Projects

Skills

FEK process development

Budget planning

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Supply chain coordination

DOE planning

FMEA

Statistics

Stakeholder management

Communications

Education

Physics or related field

Job description

Career Opportunities: Frontend Process Development Director (23996)

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. "Sense the power of light" - our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends. Find out more about us on https://ams-osram.com

Your new responsibilities

• Owns and executes the FEK specific process development roadmap including allocation of the relevant R&D budget and resources
• Planning, setup, coordination and risk management of new process- and eqipment introduction as well as process transfers from RGB to KUL in the context of new chip products and operations efficiency. Initialize and realize ratio and equipment evaluation / procurement projects.
• Alignment between R&D and manufacturing needs regarding cross platform synergies, technology re-use, complexity reduction and quality improvement.
• Alignment with suppliers and following up process technology- and equipment market trends, cooperation with external partners and industry associations as well as benchmarking of relevant competitor solutions.
• Knowledge and skill management in Frontend Processes and Sequences including methodological competences (e.g. DOE planning, statistics, FMEA, eDEV, Infodoc, etc.)
• Resource, Investment and Budget Planning for PRO KUL Projects and PRO input to Chip Developement Projects

What we look for

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physics or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor technology.
• 10+ years of experience in R&D, process development, or process engineering.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• International exposure through global projects, stakeholder management, or overseas collaborations.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor technology and optoelectronic device physics.
• Experience in frontend process development and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with knowledge of DoE, FMEA, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Understanding of Cost of Ownership (CoO) and process optimization.
• Ability to lead, develop, and motivate high-performance teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English, Chinese, Malay, and/or German would be an advantage.