R&D Director/Senior Manager (Semiconductor Equipment)

Hudson; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Singapore seeks an experienced R&D Director/Senior Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive product innovation. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years in semiconductor equipment development, with proven experience in leadership and new product introduction. This role offers a chance to impact next-generation technology in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor equipment development.
• At least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in new product introduction and scaling R&D.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary R&D teams.
• Define technology strategy and product innovation roadmap.
• Oversee development of next-generation semiconductor equipment.

Skills

Leadership in R&D

Technology strategy development

Product innovation

Wafer fabrication processes

Market trend analysis

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

THE COMPANY

Our Client is a renowned organisation in the Semiconductor industry with a strong presence worldwide. They are looking for an R&D Director/Senior Manager to lead their team in Singapore, reporting to the Managing Director.

THE ROLE

The R&D Director/Senior Manager is responsible for:

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary R&D teams across mechanical, electrical, software, and process engineering.
• Define technology strategy and product innovation roadmap aligned with business objectives and market trends.
• Drive concept‑to‑commercialization cycles, ensuring design for manufacturability, reliability, and cost competitiveness.
• Oversee development of next-generation semiconductor process equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or related Engineering discipline.
• 8 years of experience in semiconductor equipment development, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in new product introduction (NPI), technology transfer, and scaling R&D organizations.
• Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication, advanced packaging, or related semiconductor processes.

If you are interested to explore this opportunity, you may send your updated CV to me at ***********@hudson.sg.

Celine Woon
EA No.: R1658080
Hudson RPO (Singapore) Pte Ltd
EA Licence: 18C9146