Manager II, Component Engineering

ASM; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM is seeking an experienced (Senior) Manager Component Engineering in the United States to lead global teams responsible for lifecycle management of semiconductor components. You will own engineering change processes, drive standardization, and ensure supply continuity across engineering, operations, and procurement.

You will champion CMII practices, leverage Teamcenter and SAP, and partner with Product Engineering to design-for-supply-chain initiatives, while mentoring a high‑performing team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in Component Engineering, Product Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related semiconductor equipment industry roles.
• 7+ years of leadership and team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components used in semiconductor capital equipment systems.
• Experience managing engineering change processes, obsolescence programs, lifecycle management, and supplier-driven changes.
• Experience working across global cross-functional organizations including Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Customer Support.
• Hands-on experience with PLM systems such as the Teamcenter platform.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience; Design for Six Sigma knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to manage component lifecycle risks (EOL, obsolescence, supply constraints).
• Act as the technical authority for component selection, qualification, and change management decisions.
• Drive compliance with change management procedures and industry best practices.
• Oversee Parts Standardization, BOM management, and product lifecycle management for semiconductors.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, and suppliers to ensure component availability.
• Lead cross-functional risk assessments and mitigation plans.
• Provide guidance on component compatibility, reliability, and qualification requirements.
• Partner with Product Engineering on standardization and design-for-supply-chain initiatives.
• Develop governance for change communications, qualification reports, and customer notifications.
• Interface with customers and internal teams to explain changes and manage expectations.
• Lead deployment of Global Product Operations initiatives in component engineering and change management.
• Establish metrics to measure lifecycle health and supply risk.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Lifecycle management

Change management

PLM systems

Teamcenter

SAP S4 Hana / ERP

Documentation & reporting

Strategic planning

Influence & stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP S4 Hana

MRP systems

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

(Senior) Manager Component Engineering

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to proactively manage component lifecycle risks, including end-of-life (EOL), obsolescence, supply constraints, and single-source dependencies.
• Serve as the technical authority for component selection, qualification, and change management decisions as part of change management related escalations.
• Drive consistency and compliance with corporate change management procedures and industry best practices.
• Deep understanding of Parts Standardization application, BOM management, and product lifecycle management in the semiconductor industry.
• Hands-on experience with obsolescence management experience
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence engineering, operations, and commercial teams.
• Develop and execute strategies to proactively manage component lifecycle risks, including end-of-life (EOL), obsolescence, supply constraints, and single-source dependencies.
• Partner closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, and supplier partners to ensure component availability and continuity of supply.
• Lead cross-functional risk assessments and mitigation plans that protect manufacturing schedules, customer deliveries, and business continuity.
• Maintain deep understanding of semiconductor capital equipment systems and how mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components interact within complex product architectures.
• Provide technical guidance on component compatibility, reliability, performance, and qualification requirements.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to provide standardization, platform reuse, and design-for-supply-chain initiatives.
• Own the development and governance of component change communication packages, qualification reports, technical assessments, and customer notification documentation.
• Ensure all communications are technically accurate, complete, standardized, and aligned with both internal and customer requirements.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to explain technical changes, manage expectations, and resolve concerns.
• Drive adoption of best practices in technical communication across the Component Engineering team.
• Lead the deployment and execution of Global Product Operations initiatives related to component engineering and change management.
• Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and systemic risks, and implement sustainable solutions to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Establish metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators to measure change management effectiveness, lifecycle health, supply risk, and operational performance.
• Champion continuous improvement, digital transformation, and process standardization initiatives.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global Component Engineering team.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to team members at varying stages of their careers.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in Component Engineering, Product Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related semiconductor equipment industry role.
• 7+ years of leadership and team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components used in semiconductor capital equipment systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering change processes, obsolescence programs, lifecycle management, and supplier-driven changes.
• Experience working across global cross-functional organizations including Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Customer Support.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.
• Expertise in part standardization application and best practices.
• Extensive exposure to Configuration Management CMII practices (CMII certification preferred).
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, including CPIM methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with PLM systems such as the Teamcenter platform.
• Proficiency in component management software and supplier databases.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, Approved Vendor List (AVL) management, and obsolescence forecasting.
• Comprehensive understanding of industry regulations (e.g., RoHS, UL, IPC, ISO).
• Familiarity with electronic component testing methodologies and reliability assessments.
• Experience with ERP systems, including SAP S4 Hana and MRP platforms.
• Experience supporting Copy Exact methodology, New Product Introduction (NPI), and global manufacturing operations.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
• Expertise in Design for Six Sigma methodologies for quality and efficiency optimization
• Skilled in managing by influence, leveraging strong relationships and process-focused strategies.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrix environment, driving results and leading change through collaboration.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.