Vice President Engineering (m/f/d)

FormFactor Inc.; Germany (OH); On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

30 days of vacation

Flexible working hours

Home office options

Job summary

FormFactor Inc. is seeking an experienced Vice President of Engineering to lead its globally distributed engineering organization in the United Kingdom. This role requires 15+ years in engineering and significant experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.

The Vice President will define engineering strategies, ensure readiness for production, and foster a strong engineering culture. The position offers competitive remuneration, generous vacation days, and opportunities for international collaboration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in engineering.
• Proven leadership at Director or Vice President level.
• Experience with scaling high-volume wafer test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute engineering strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead international engineering organization.
• Own engineering readiness for high-volume production.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

High-volume manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

PhD preferred

Job description

Vice President of Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Engineering to lead a globally distributed engineering organization in a high‑volume, high‑complexity industrial environment.

FormFactor is a leading global manufacturer of semiconductor test and measurement products, including advanced MEMS probe cards, engineering probe stations and probes, metrology systems, and quantum cryogenic measurement systems. In Germany, we develop and manufacture wafer probers for a wide range of applications that enable next‑generation technologies such as silicon photonics testing for high‑volume production.

Key Responsibilities – Engineering Strategy & Executive Leadership

• Define and execute a multi‑year engineering strategy aligned with company goals, customer roadmaps, and operational requirements.
• Lead, structure, and continuously develop a large, international engineering organization across multiple regions.
• Serve as a senior thought partner to executive leadership on technology, scalability, and engineering investment decisions.

High‑Volume Manufacturing & Operational Excellence

• Own engineering readiness for high‑volume production, including stable ramps, yield optimization, cost efficiency, and quality.
• Establish and track key performance indicators such as yield, reliability, cycle time, time‑to‑market, and cost.
• Drive structured problem‑solving and act as final escalation point for complex production or field issues.

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Lifecycle Ownership

• Ensure robust engineering processes for smooth transition from development into volume manufacturing.
• Lead cross‑functional NPI execution, balancing speed, risk mitigation, and quality.
• Ensure strong design‑for‑manufacturing, design‑for‑test, and design‑for‑service principles across all programs.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as executive-level engineering interface for strategic customers and external partners.
• Support high‑visibility programs, technical reviews, and escalations.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Sales.

People Leadership & Engineering Culture

• Build a performance-driven engineering culture with clear accountability and continuous improvement.
• Develop senior engineering leaders, succession plans, and sustainable talent pipelines.
• Foster collaboration across disciplines, geography, and cultures.

Experience & Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in engineering, with a significant portion in high‑volume manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven leadership experience at Director, Senior Director, or Vice President level.
• Demonstrated, long-standing track record of delivering and scaling high-volume wafer test equipment solutions.
• Experience leading large, global engineering teams across multiple sites and time zones.
• Solid technical foundation with the ability to engage deeply while operating at executive level.
• Strong business acumen and experience working closely with manufacturing, operations, and customers.
• Excellent communication skills; comfortable operating at C-level and with external stakeholders.
• Degree in Engineering or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.

Education & Experience (Minimum Requirements)

• 10+ years of relevant leadership experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
• 8+ years of relevant leadership experience with a Master’s degree.
• 6+ years of relevant leadership experience with a PhD.
• Equivalent experience may also satisfy the requirement.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and share in the company’s success.
• 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and home office options.
• International collegiality and a pleasant, friendly working atmosphere.
• Internal training, exchange programs, and open transfer of knowledge.