Head of Department, Frontend Process Development

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kedah; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd seeks a Head of Department for Frontend Process Development to lead the FEK roadmap, manage budgets and resources, and coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D and manufacturing in Malaysia.

The role requires 10+ years in semiconductor R&D and process engineering, strong DoE/FMEA skills, and proven leadership with global collaboration experience. Fluent English and multi-language skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physics or related field.
• 10+ years in semiconductor technology.
• 10+ years in R&D, process development, or process engineering.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• International exposure through global projects 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.

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.
• 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.
• Knowledge and skill management in Frontend Processes and Sequences including DOE planning, statistics, FMEA, eDEV, Infodoc, etc.
• Resource, Investment and Budget Planning for PRO KUL Projects and PRO input to Chip Developement Projects.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional team work

International exposure

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

DoE planning

FMEA

8D

Cost of Ownership (CoO)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physics

Job description

Head of Department, Frontend Process Development

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

Requirement

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.

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.

About ams OSRAM

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.