Manager, Mechanical Engineering

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

The Manager of Mechanical Engineering position is based in Horsham, PA, and will be responsible for leading the mechanical design and development of complex wafer processing equipment, which involves wet processing technologies used in the manufacturing of semiconductor components. This person will provide technical and project leadership for the mechanical team and will have hands-on involvement in engineering design activities, touching all phases of the process ranging from establishing design requirements from customer specifications, developing the product to successful manufacturing support and customer acceptance. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, and will coordinate with other cross-functional groups, including Operations, Marketing, Technology, Technical Product Services and Supply chain. This is a high-energy, fast-paced position with a strong focus on driving process and team improvements to help grow the business to the next level.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead Mechanical Engineering activities within the PSP/Horsham location; supervise and mentor team members, including outsourced vendors & consultants.
• Define design specifications based on customer requirements and industry standards; verify design intent and ensure compliance with regulatory/safety requirements.
• Lead team through all phases of the design process for new product and continuous product improvement programs, including concept, prototyping, development, qualification, and production.
• Ensure that programs are executed on time, within budget, and meet design specifications and cost targets, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present mechanical designs at peer reviews and cross function design reviews.
• Interface with electrical, process and software engineering, marketing, and operations teams.
• Continually look for opportunities to increase efficiency of the design and build processes.
• Support supply chain with mechanical material procurement efforts within project deadlines.
• Drive all engineering documentation and deliverables, including product BOM’s, P&IDs, and engineering drawings, to be prepared, updated, and released in accordance with applicable company format and procedural requirements.
• Provide technical support for escalations on released products when additional support is requested by Field Service or Operations teams.
• Manage internally and externally sourced engineering changes (ECs) that are compliant with the Veeco change process and in support of program schedule requirements.
• Resolve obsolescence issues in a timely manner.
• Establish goals and performance metrics to improve work product quality and efficiency; establish training and development plans for direct reports and support establishment of the same for indirect reports; help the team achieve their career goals and drive the team to a higher level of performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the team and across functional interfaces.
• Act as a mentor to individual team members, and to the team, providing guidance in relevant areas, including technical, project management, product development, core team building and skills development.
• Inspire the team to strive for continuous improvement in innovation, design, and development.

Qualifications:

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 8 years of experience or an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years of related experience and at least 5 years of people management experience is required. Project management experience is also required. Must be proficient using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, SAP or a similar MRP system.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Experience developing capital equipment, experience in semiconductor industry a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team, able to take initiative, own full projects, and lead team of mechanical engineers.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects within specified time and budgetary restrictions.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, sensors, automation, robotics, instrumentation, electronic packaging, SEMI regulatory standards a plus.
• Ability to read and understand Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) helpful.
• Familiarity with plumbing system design using standard and custom components used in high purity gas and wet chemical processing equipment (valves, fittings, etc.) is desired.
• Experience in designing equipment used in a cleanroom environment is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to make technical presentations.
• Skilled in standard drafting practices within SolidWorks, part detailing & ANSI tolerancing.
• Familiarity with packaging of plumbing components & standard metal parts fabrication, machined & sheet metal helpful.
• General knowledge of electrical and software engineering disciplines.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to drive change and improvements within the team.
• In-depth understanding of the product design phase gate review process.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (including Project, Teams).
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to customer sites and/or supplier facilities on an as-needed basis.

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Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $128,000-$188,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us atrecruiting@veeco.com.