Senior Product Development Manager - Quartz Technology

Momentive Technologies; Willoughby (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with Company Match

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Momentive Technologies is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager for Quartz Technology to lead the development of advanced quartz materials and processes and to drive scale-up to production in collaboration with global manufacturing teams.

You will oversee feasibility, prototyping, IP work, and process improvements using Six Sigma and advanced modeling, while guiding partnerships with suppliers and customers. Travel ~10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Physics, or related field
• 12+ years hands-on experience with leadership in engineering
• Experience leading projects >$1MM from development to high-volume manufacturing
• Collaborates with manufacturing, suppliers and customers to achieve objectives
• Willingness to travel internationally ~10%

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team to develop and scale-up quartz products and processes
• Manage feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, IP identification, cost analysis and scale-up
• Apply Six Sigma and statistical tools for process improvement and DOE
• Generate intellectual property and internal reports
• Plan, budget, and manage resources with risk control

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Six Sigma

DOE / statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Physics

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

Flow Simulation

Minitab

Job description

## Senior Product Development Manager - Quartz TechnologyApplylocations: US OH Willoughby: US OH Highland Roadposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: REQ-986**About Momentive Technologies**Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications.Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com.**Senior Product Development Manager - Quartz Technology**In this role you'll lead the development of revolutionary technologies, diving into the creation of advanced materials that will redefine possibilities. Your role will be leading key development projects to produce groundbreaking products, through processes and equipment developed and designed by Momentive Technologies personnel and external experts. This role will be the key R&D interface during the scale up engineering process, working with the global manufacturing team to enable high-volume manufacturing.**Responsibilities*** Lead a cross-functional team to develop and produce new quartz products and processes utilizing technical and project management expertise to deliver and meet market/application demands.* Demonstrated ability to seek, collaborate, and manage key external vendors and partners.* Lead team with responsibilities that include feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, IP identification, cost analysis and scale up to manufacturing.* Apply project management skills in planning, budgeting, time management, resource allocation, and risk management.* Generate intellectual properties such as patents, publications, and internal reports.* Apply Six Sigma methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting.**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field* Experience leading a small team of engineers to develop and scale-up equipment and processes into production-ready status* Proven record of leading key projects with significant investments (>$1MM) through development to high volume manufacturing.* 12+ years of hands-on industry experience capable of contributing valuable insights immediately.* Project management experience - effective planning and prioritization of projects of significant business impact to deliver new product/process technologies.* Proven ability to collaborate with manufacturing, supplier, and customers to accomplish project objectives on time and within budget.* Ability to do hands-on work in an industrial environment with necessary PPE* Demonstrated comfort with interacting and influencing other functions in a matrixed environment.* Experience conducting and interpreting thermal and mechanical modeling of components and equipment.* Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R.* Experience conducting Functional, Design and Process Failure Modes and Effect Analysis.* Experience working with statistical software such as Minitab.* A strong sense of accountability, urgency, and self-direction.* Ability to travel internationally (~10%)**Preferred Qualifications*** Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field.* Understanding of basic mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems involved in the operation of batch and continuous furnaces.* Experience with, or design of, quartz fusion processes including electric fusion, arc fusion and flame fusion.* Expertise in working with and the design of high temperature processing equipment of quartz, glass, or ceramics.* Experience designing products for semiconductor processing equipment and familiarity with the semiconductor tool market.* Mechanical design using SolidWorks.* Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Flow Simulation using Ansys* Six Sigma training and/or certifications.* Project management training and/or certifications.Our **Senior Product Development Manager - Quartz Technology** will earn variable compensation including a base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.Joining the Momentive team includes:* Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage* Dental Coverage* Vision Coverage* 401(k) plan with Company Match* Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance* Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance* Employee Assistance Program* Wellness Program* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Referral ProgramMomentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors.Don't miss this chance to advance your career and make a meaningful impact on industries that impact the world.Ready to embark on a journey of discovery? **Apply now!**