Senior Systems Engineering Lead for Advanced Packaging

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd seeks a Senior Manager, Systems Engineering to lead the Singapore-based Systems Engineering team within the Advanced Packaging business. You will drive the development of next-generation semiconductor equipment and guide cross-functional engineering programs to meet performance, quality, and cost objectives.

You will collaborate with global R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Field teams to commercialize innovative technology and build regional

Qualifications

• PhD, Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• 12+ years in semiconductor equipment or related high-technology industries.
• 5+ years in engineering leadership managing technical teams and complex programs.
• Proven track record in system design, product development, and commercialization of semiconductor equipment.
• Strong expertise in systems engineering, electrical controls, automation, equipment integration, and problem solving.
• Experience in Advanced Packaging, Hybrid Bonding, PVD, Etch, Thermal Processing, Metrology, or related semiconductor technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing Systems Engineering team supporting new product development and sustaining engineering activities.
• Drive system architecture, electrical design, controls integration, and qualification of semiconductor equipment for advanced packaging applications.
• Lead cross-functional programs from concept through product release, ensuring delivery of performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Partner with global R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Field organizations to develop and commercialize innovative technology solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, controls modernization, and product enhancement initiatives across existing and next-generation platforms.
• Ensure compliance with SEMI, safety, electrical, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop organizational capability through talent acquisition, coaching, succession planning, and employee development.
• Manage departmental priorities, resources, and budgets to support business objectives.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Electrical design

Architecture development

Controls integration

Regulatory awareness

Education

PhD/Master's/Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd seeks a Senior Manager, Systems Engineering to lead the Singapore-based Systems Engineering team within the Advanced Packaging business. You will drive the development of next-generation semiconductor equipment and guide cross-functional engineering programs to meet performance, quality, and cost objectives.

You will collaborate with global R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Field teams to commercialize innovative technology and build regional