Hardware Automation Manager

Nova Ltd.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certified Great Place to Work

Continuous learning opportunities

Customer-focused environment

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Hardware Automation / Mechatronics Engineering Manager to develop next-generation metrology systems. This role involves overseeing a team of engineers to ensure high-quality execution of tasks and managing the complete product life cycle. Ideal candidates will have a degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering, with at least 5 years of management experience and knowledge in high-precision engineering practices. A collaborative approach and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced in high-precision stages, material transport, and opto-mechanics.
• Familiar with clean vacuum practices and mechanical design best practices.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are vital for success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and development of mechatronic systems across multiple products.
• Manage the engineering team, ensuring timely and high-quality execution of tasks.
• Guide the team through all stages of the Product Life Cycle.

Skills

High-precision stages

Material transport

Opto-mechanics

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering

5+ years of management experience

7-10 years industry experience

Tools

CAD software

PLC programming

Robotics

Job description

The Hardware Automation / Mechatronics Engineering Manager will work on the development of next generation NOVA metrology systems with a group of mechatronics and systems engineers as part of the Hardware Engineering organization. The candidate will interface with multifunctional groups to ensure the smooth development and deployment of new product solutions and capabilities, support ongoing product improvements as well as new platform developments.

Pay Range: $200,000- $242,000 Annually (DOE)

Why Nova

• Certified Great Place to Work: Recognized in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 based on employee feedback, and consistently ranked among the Top 30 companies in our industry for workplace excellence.
• Customer-Focused Environment: Be the face of Nova. We value strong relationships, and you’ll work closely with customers to understand their needs and deliver high-impact solutions.
• Culture of Continuous Learning: At Nova, growth never stops. You'll work with cutting-edge metrology tools, work with top engineers, and participate in ongoing industry training programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of new and existing mechatronic systems across multiple product portfolio.
• Manage a team of engineers, assigns, schedules and tracks their tasks and ensures timely, high-quality execution.
• Oversees the workflow of the HW release process. Represents Common Platform Engineering in the Hardware Change Control Board and helps the HW Director in prioritizing and executing the tasks.
• Guide the team through all stages of the Product Life Cycle, from requirements definition and design to implementation, validation, and release to manufacturing.
• Work collaboratively with various teams, including systems, software, applications, service, manufacturing, and customers, to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

• Experienced in high-precision stages, material transport and opto-mechanics.
• Familiar with clean vacuum practices such as surface preparations, material use and cleaning protocols.
• Familiar with mechanical design best practices for charge particle and x-ray optics
• Critical, scientific thinking with good intuition toward practical solutions and problem solving.
• Ability to present in a concise manner to a larger audience.

Education / Experience

• Degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering, related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a management role and 7-10 years of industry experience in a technical, complex engineering environment
• Previous experience with Semiconductor Capital equipment a plus
• Experience in complex system design, vendor management and product release
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are vital for success.
• Familiarity with areas like CAD software, PLC programming, robotics, and system integration is crucial.