Director of Engineering

4 weeks ago


Milpitas CA United States MKS Instruments Full time
A day in your life at MKS:We are looking for an exceptional Director of Engineering to join our innovative R&D team at Spectra-Physics, which is the Lasers Business Unit of MKS Instruments. We push the boundaries of technology to develop a wide range of nanosecond, picosecond, and femtosecond lasers that address the needs of Industrial, Scientific, and Life and Health markets. In this position, you will build, lead, and develop groups that are developing innovative next-generation free-space and fiber-based laser systems. You will also be responsible for contributing to the development, communication, and execution of the Lasers BU strategic growth initiatives.You will make an impact by:
  • Lead the software, electrical and mechanical engineering design and development teams across multiple locations
  • Develop vision, technology roadmap and engineering objectives for these engineering functions
  • Maintain knowledge of relevant emerging technologies, and drive innovation initiatives to identify, recommend, and implement new technologies, systems and tools to improve our products and effectiveness
  • Develop and establish processes and tools to facilitate effective collaboration across product lines, functions and sites and drive faster project cadence
  • Manage resources and budgets to ensure effective and consistent execution of product and technology development projects and sustaining activities
  • Formulate, direct and execute value engineering activities, and enable long term plans for product cost control/profitabilitySkills you bring:
    • 10+ years of cross-functional management experience in a product development environment, with a strong understanding of software / embedded firmware development and electrical engineering as well as a general knowledge of mechanical design and engineering
    • Experience in mentoring engineering managers and staff, including multi-site teams
    • Familiarity with the fundamentals of engineering management, project management, agile methodologies, product development processes, problem-solving methodologies, and quality and reliability processes
    • Strong critical thinking skills, in combination with excellent written and verbal communications skills
    • Knowledge of technology trends, best practices, and change management
    • B.S. degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
    • Positive attitude for working with a diverse, dynamic, and multi-disciplinary teamThese Skills are Also Nice to Have:
      • Lasers, optics and photonics
      • German language
      • Relevant professional coursework, training, or certificationWe are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.Compensation and Benefits:Salary Pay Range: $173,000 to $321,400 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. able]#LI-EK1 Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at:.If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role


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