Project Engineer (Spector)

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

Veecos Spector ion-beam deposition (IBD) systems are at the center of a manufacturing ramp driven by surging demand for high-speed optical interconnects in AI data centers. As a Project Engineer, you will own the end-to-end delivery of these complex capital equipment systems - from engineering design release through final customer acceptance - ensuring each unit ships on time, on budget, and ready for production. You will coordinate across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and field service in a matrixed environment where your ability to align competing priorities directly determines whether Veeco meets accelerating customer commitments. The decisions you make on schedule trade-offs, risk mitigation, and engineering change implementation will shape Veecos ability to capture a rapidly expanding market opportunity in semiconductor process equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own project delivery end-to-end: Manage the full lifecycle of Spector IBD system builds - from design release through factory acceptance testing and shipment - holding cross-functional teams accountable to cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Identify and resolve delivery risks early: Assess engineering, procurement, and manufacturing risk factors weekly; develop and execute mitigation plans that protect on-time delivery commitments to customers.
• Lead engineering change implementation: Run weekly Engineering Change Order (ECO) reviews with contract manufacturers, producing prioritized action plans with defined cut-in points (the specific unit or date at which a design change takes effect in production) for both new-build and sustaining programs.
• Serve as the customers primary project contact: Communicate project status, technical milestones, and schedule changes directly to customers, translating internal complexity into clear, actionable updates.
• Coordinate electrical and mechanical design deliverables: Track and integrate project deliverables across electrical and mechanical engineering teams, escalating interdependencies and blockers before they become schedule delays.
• Report execution against plan to operations leadership: Deliver concise weekly status reports that highlight variance to schedule, root cause, and corrective actions - giving leadership the information needed to make resource decisions.
• Advance process improvements that accelerate future builds: Identify repeatable inefficiencies in the build process and propose changes to standard work, planning tools, or cross-functional workflows that reduce cycle time for subsequent system deliveries.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelors degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or a related discipline), or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering or project management within a manufacturing or capital equipment environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional project teams through full build cycles of complex electromechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems (e.g., SAP) and project scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project or equivalent).
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 15%) to support collaboration across locations and key phases of delivery.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Schedule and risk management: Proven track record of building and maintaining integrated project schedules, identifying critical-path risks, and driving mitigation actions across multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Technical fluency across engineering disciplines: Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics well enough to facilitate productive conversations between design engineers, contract manufacturers, and quality teams.
• Clear, audience-adapted communication: Skilled at distilling complex project data into concise written summaries and verbal updates tailored to the audience - whether a customer executive, a supply chain planner, or a factory technician.
• Engineering change order management: Familiarity with ECO workflows, revision control, and the coordination required to implement design changes mid-build without disrupting delivery schedules.
• Bilingual ability in Mandarin Chinese or Japanese preferred: Veecos customers and manufacturing partners span the Asia-Pacific region; candidates who can communicate directly in these languages will have an immediate advantage in building relationships and resolving issues.
• Formal project management certification preferred: A Project Management Professional (PMP) credential or equivalent demonstrates structured methodology that accelerates effectiveness in this role.
• CAD literacy preferred: Experience with mechanical design tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD enables faster interpretation of design changes and more effective communication with engineering teams.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The expected salary range for this position is $93,096.90-$117,922.55, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 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. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.