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Director of Engineering

Singapore

Job Type

Full Time, Permanent

Work Mode

On-Site

Job description

Department: Backend Engineering, Singapore


Key Responsibilities:


  • Lead quality and productivity enhancement initiatives, driving improvements in NLoP (Next-Level of Performance) and NLoZD (Next-Level of Zero Defects).

  • Oversee the execution of the Backend Singapore Plant’s test roadmap, meeting TCR (Test Case Readiness) and LCTR (Last Case Test Readiness) targets.

  • Manage and guide a team of managers and engineers to analyze performance gaps and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

  • Develop and mentor staff, manage career growth, and provide technical leadership within the Engineering team.

  • Handle recruitment, workforce planning, competency upgrades, motivation, organizational development, salary reviews, and performance management for over 100 Equipment Engineering professionals.

  • Plan and control budgets for designated cost centers, ensuring cost savings and adherence to financial targets.

  • Drive the implementation of Advanced Process Control (APC), oversee test process stability, quality improvement projects, and maintain high standards in test yields.

  • Supervise test cell capabilities, upgrades, and stability to support production scaling and timely delivery.

  • Manage hardware team performance, focusing on test hardware efficiency, maintenance, and availability.

  • Oversee technician resource management, control overtime, skill enhancement, and process improvement.

  • Plan and budget for test costs and OEE improvement initiatives, ensuring resource allocation and achievement of productivity goals.

  • Support site expansions by implementing best practices, facilitating transfer activities, and cross-training.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in the semiconductor industry.

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline.

  • Extensive knowledge in final test and burn-in engineering, including expertise with testers, handlers, oven equipment, loadboards, burn-in boards, and contact technology.

  • Demonstrated leadership ability with experience in mobilizing large teams to achieve objectives.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a proven track record in root cause analysis and resolution.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature, and level, of the work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.

We invite interested candidates to write-in with CV and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a discussion.

Lee Shiow Chyn
EA12C6130
R1112042
hr@hpspartners.com.sg

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