Equipment Process Manager
Manufacturing Engineering (Equipment/Process) Manager
Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
Background of the Position
Due to strong demand for power devices, particularly driven by AI-related applications, there is an urgent need to further improve factory productivity. In particular, there are challenges in stabilizing and improving equipment performance. We are seeking a professional who can lead on-site equipment/process engineering, with broad knowledge and experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes, as well as strong industry connections.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Serve as the Equipment/Process Engineering Manager for Front-End Semiconductor Processes (8-inch), specifically Diffusion and Implantation (Ion Implantation).
- Production Engineering / Process Development: Establish mass production technology, optimize processes, and launch new technologies and new equipment.
- Yield / Quality Improvement: Investigate root causes of issues, develop countermeasures, and improve yield and quality.
- Team Management: Set goals, manage resources, and develop team members.
- Cost and Equipment Management: Improve uptime, lead productivity initiatives, and manage CAPEX.
- Communicate and negotiate with global teams and suppliers in English.
Requirement
- Hands-on experience in equipment engineering or process engineering for semiconductor diffusion and/or ion implantation processes (approximately 10+ years)
- Management experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (e.g., Team Leader, Section Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent)
- Proven experience leading projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations
- Experience managing business relationships, negotiations, and collaboration with industry partners and external companies
- Strong English communication and negotiation skills for working with global teams at the U.S. headquarters and with suppliers
- Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 600 or above preferred)
- Japanese language proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 level or above)
- Valid work authorization that permits employment in Japan at the time of application
- No visa sponsorship available for this position
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge beyond diffusion/implantation processes
- Experience with fab ramp-up or next-generation processes
- Experience in multinational companies
- Experience in driving process optimization and business improvement using AI technologies
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Logical problem-solving based on data
- Ability to balance site-level and overall optimization
- Leadership across functions
- Adaptability to fast-changing industry
- Strong focus on team development
Location and Compensation
Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
Salary: Flexible based on experience and skills