Engineering Manager / Senior Engineer - Semiconductor Solutions Provider

RRecruiter; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RRecruiter is recruiting on behalf of a Singapore-headquartered semiconductor engineering solutions provider. The Engineering Manager will lead technical teams across semiconductor equipment engineering, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support, working closely with customers and sales to deliver solutions.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, a minimum of 5 years in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and proven leadership experience guiding cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in semiconductor industry
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Front-end and back-end semiconductor experience required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities including RCA and CI

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers in semiconductor equipment engineering, troubleshooting, optimisation and technical support
• Collaborate with Business, Sales and Engineering to capture customer requirements and develop technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership for complex equipment issues including root cause analysis and process optimisation
• Support introduction, installation, qualification, retrofit and lifecycle management across manufacturing environments
• Evaluate technical requirements with customers and internal specialists to develop proposals and implement equipment solutions
• Review and maintain engineering documentation, driving improvements in standards and processes
• Mentor engineers and build technical capabilities within the team

Skills

_semiconductor_ equipment_

Root cause analysis

Equipment reliability

Preventive maintenance

Data-driven analysis

Team leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics

Job description

Our client is a Singapore-headquartered semiconductor engineering solutions provider supporting semiconductor manufacturers across the region. The company specialises in semiconductor equipment integration, installation, repair, refurbishment, optimisation and field service support.

With engineering operations across multiple semiconductor markets, the company works closely with customers to improve equipment performance, resolve complex technical issues and develop equipment solutions suited to production requirements.

This is a newly created Engineering Manager position with an opportunity to lead technical teams, work directly with customers and sales, and contribute to the development of semiconductor equipment solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers in semiconductor equipment engineering, troubleshooting, optimisation and technical support.
• Work closely with Business, Sales and Engineering teams to understand customer requirements and develop appropriate technical and equipment solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for complex equipment issues, including root cause analysis, equipment reliability, process optimisation and performance improvement.
• Support equipment introduction, installation, qualification, retrofit and lifecycle management activities across semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• Work with customers and internal specialists to evaluate technical requirements, develop proposals, and support the implementation of equipment solutions.
• Review and maintain engineering and process documentation, while driving improvements in engineering standards, troubleshooting methods and operational processes.
• Mentor engineers and build technical capabilities within the team while supporting continuous improvement and new technology development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of semiconductor industry experience, with strong exposure to semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Front-end AND back-end semiconductor experience is required, with exposure to wafer fabrication and backend processes such as packaging, assembly, burn-in, wire bonding, die attach, dicing or related operations.
• Strong hands-on experience in semiconductor equipment troubleshooting, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, equipment optimisation, qualification or introduction.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineers, technicians, cross-functional teams, projects, or technical improvement programmes. Formal managerial experience is preferred, but Senior Engineers/Team Leads with proven people-leadership experience will be considered.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience applying RCA, continuous improvement and data-driven equipment performance analysis.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with customers, sales teams, engineers, technicians, vendors and senior management.
• Candidates with experience in OEM semiconductor equipment, equipment integration, refurbishment, repair, installation or field service will have an advantage.