Director of Process and Production R&D

MEMSONICS SRC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the semiconductor industry is seeking a Director for Process and Production R&D. This strategic role involves formulating business strategies, driving R&D projects, and overseeing the operation of wafer fabrication facilities. Candidates must possess extensive semiconductor experience and a master's degree in relevant engineering fields, coupled with strong leadership and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in semiconductor process R&D and high-volume manufacturing.
• 10+ years in supervisory roles in IC process and fab construction.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business strategies and R&D plans aligned with corporate goals.
• Plan and deliver large-scale R&D programs focused on semiconductor process development.
• Provide technical leadership across IC wafer engineering processes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or above in Materials Science

Master’s degree or above in Microelectronics

Master’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree or above in Physics

Master’s degree or above in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job description:

An experienced and strategic leader to take on the role of Director of Process and Production R&D.

This position is responsible for formulating business strategies, leading engineering teams, and managing cross-functional R&D projects to drive technological excellence and high-volume manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute business strategies and R&D plans aligned with corporate goals.

Plan, manage, and deliver large-scale, cross-regional R&D programs focused on semiconductor process development and volume production.

Provide deep technical leadership across IC wafer engineering, including process areas such as:

· Ion Beam Etching (IBE)

· Reactive Ion Etching (RIE)

· Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)

· Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)

· Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)

· Photolithography

· Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP)

· Electroplating

· Wafer inspection and metrology

Drive R&D of new materials, process modules, and device architectures.

Oversee the establishment and operation of wafer fabrication facilities, including:

· Equipment selection, installation, and qualification

· Wafer production and process ramp-up

· Implementation of intelligent manufacturing systems

· Yield improvement and quality management

Qualifications/Desired skills:

Extensive experience in semiconductor process R&D and high-volume manufacturing environments.

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage complex projects across geographies.

Deep knowledge of IC process technologies, fab equipment, materials, and device integration.

Hands-on experience in fab construction and ramp-up, including equipment procurement and production setup.

Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

This position requires frequent international travel to support cross-site collaboration, supplier engagement, and fab operations.

Education/Experience:

Master’s degree or above in Materials Science, Microelectronics,Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.

Preferred with at least 10 years of industry experience as a supervisor in IC process and fab construction.