Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop the R&D Engineering team, setting clear priorities and expectations while providing hands-on technical guidance, mentoring engineers, and strengthening the team's capabilitiesEstablish clear technical ownership, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation across new product development, sustaining engineering, and customer-driven projectsPartner with executive leadership and Product Management to translate business priorities and customer needs into structured engineering programsLead the design, prototyping, testing, and productization of proprietary plasma engines and core subsystems, including electrodes, gas and power delivery, thermal management, and materialsEnsure plasma engine performance meets semiconductor process requirements and supports the development of commercially viable productsDirect the architecture and integration of complete semiconductor production systems, including wafer and substrate handling, tape-frame handling, robotics, controls, and precision motion systemsEnsure mechanical, electrical, controls, automation, and plasma subsystems work together as a reliable, safe, and integrated platform that meets performance, throughput, and uptime requirementTranslate product requirements into system and subsystem specifications, interface controls, and verification plans, maintaining technical ownership throughout developmentDrive structured engineering practices, including design reviews, design of experiments (DOE), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), design for manufacturability and serviceability (DFM/DFS), and reliability engineeringStrengthen requirements management, configuration control, engineering change management, and technical documentation to improve traceability, consistency, and knowledge sharingLead product development from early-stage R&D and prototyping through engineering validation testing (EVT), design validation testing (DVT), and new product introduction (NPI), ensuring designs are verified, validated, and ready for productionWork with Operations and Quality throughout prototype, pilot, and NPI builds to resolve design and process issues, validate manufacturability, and prepare products for production releasePartner with the Taiwan Operations organization to facilitate design transfer, support production ramp-up, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturability and product qualityCollaborate with Product Management, Applications, and Service to align engineering priorities with customer requirements, field performance, and strategic sales opportunities while ensuring long-term product reliability and scalabilityLead structured root-cause analysis and corrective action efforts to resolve complex technical issues and improve product performanceQualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related technical field8+ years of experience leading engineering teams and multidisciplinary projects, with the ability to provide technical direction, develop talent, and drive projects from concept through production releaseDemonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and drive collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teamsDevelop complex electromechanical systems, automated equipment, process equipment, or capital equipment, preferably within the semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industryStrong understanding of system design and integration, including mechanical and electrical components, controls, automation, and precision equipmentFamiliarity with engineering documentation, design reviews, technical specifications, risk assessment, and continuous improvement processesExperience with plasma technology, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, robotics, wafer handling, precision motion systems, or related technologies is preferredExperience collaborating cross-functionally with commercial and manufacturing teams, including international operations partners in Taiwan or across AsiaWhy Join Us? The Manager, R&D Engineering, will provide technical guidance, develop engineering talent, strengthen product development processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet performance, quality, reliability, and customer requirements while supporting Surfx Mycronic's continued growth and long-term business goals.