Director of R&D Strategy & Innovation

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in Columbus, NE seeks a Director of R&D to lead product development strategies, shaping division direction and ensuring manufacturing excellence.

The role requires 15+ years of R&D leadership and an advanced degree, with the ability to align with marketing and sales goals while guiding budgets and partnerships. This position offers a robust benefits package and opportunities to drive global R&D initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15 years R&D experience.
• MS or PHD in Materials Engineering or Physics preferred

Responsibilities

• Sets the research and development direction per division objectives to maximize product development and manufacturing excellence.
• Participates in high-level meetings and sets forth policies and plans to achieve R&D excellence, in concert with QA, sales growth, headcount planning.
• Approves budgets and capital expenditures as set by top organizational level.
• Selects appropriate subordinate R&D management to ensure smooth R&D operations and provides training as required.
• Develop and maintain 5YP R&D direction with Marketing, Business Development and Division Management.
• Provides technical direction regarding potential acquisition targets and subcontracting partners.

Skills

R&D experience

Education

MS or PhD in Materials Engineering or Physics

Job description

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in Columbus, NE seeks a Director of R&D to lead product development strategies, shaping division direction and ensuring manufacturing excellence.

The role requires 15+ years of R&D leadership and an advanced degree, with the ability to align with marketing and sales goals while guiding budgets and partnerships. This position offers a robust benefits package and opportunities to drive global R&D initiatives.