Senior IT Manager (Advance Engineering Control)

VISIONPOWER SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Singapore is seeking an Advanced Engineering Control Manager to lead the development and optimization of control systems in a high-tech manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, proven leadership skills, and technical expertise in advanced process control. Join this dynamic team to drive process stability and yield improvement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing focusing on APC, FDC, and R2R.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects.
• Strong knowledge of control theory, signal processing, and statistical modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AEC team in design, implementation, and maintenance of control systems.
• Integrate control solutions into production environments with cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement using data analytics and machine learning.

Skills

Control theory

Signal processing

Statistical modelling

Python

MATLAB

C++

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

KLA

Applied Materials

Manufacturing execution systems (MES)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Engineering Control (AEC) Manager to lead and drive the development, deployment, and optimization of advanced control systems in a high-tech manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Advanced Process Control (APC), Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), and Run-to-Run (R2R) Control, AI-Based or Algorithm-Based Equipment Tuning and will be responsible for managing a team of engineers to ensure process stability, yield improvement, and equipment performance enhancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the AEC team in the design, implementation, and maintenance of APC, FDC, and R2R control systems across manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with process, equipment, and IT teams to integrate control solutions into production environments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics, machine learning, and statistical process control.
• Develop and maintain control strategies to ensure process robustness and product quality.
• Oversee the development of fault detection models and classification algorithms to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Ensure timely deployment and tuning of R2R controllers to maintain process targets and reduce variability.
• Monitor system performance and lead troubleshooting efforts for control-related issues.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to team members.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in advanced control systems.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing with a focus on APC, FDC, and R2R.
• Proven leadership experience in managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of control theory, signal processing, and statistical modelling.
• Experience with APC platforms (e.g., KLA, Applied Materials, or in-house systems).
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.