Cluster leader New Products and Incubation (m/w/x)

Location: Oberkochen

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Your Role:

• Initiating and leading projects for new product ideas within the Semiconductor Fab Solutions SBU; managing the process from evaluation through the concept phase, with the option to continue into the R&D phase and beyond into product or program management.

• Coordinating across diverse interfaces within and outside the SFS matrix; collaborating closely with SSCs, customers, product management, development, sales & service, finance, and procurement; contributing to the market viability of the innovation pipeline.

• Leading and motivating a project team (coaching, coordination, alignment, and facilitating problem-solving) and presenting results to management for decision-making (e.g., regarding the continuation of the new product idea).

Your Profile

• University degree in natural sciences or engineering; a PhD is highly desirable

• At least 3–5 years of professional experience, including basic business knowledge and project leadership experience—ideally within the semiconductor supplier or OEM sector Solid expertise in managing development projects

• Exceptional independence and creativity in problem-solving; technical know-how in e-beam, X-ray, light-matter interaction, and/or semiconductor metrology

• Knowledge of wafer fab processes and customer requirements in high-volume manufacturing (HVM) environments

• GPM certification is an asset

• Confident demeanor, strong interpersonal skills (lateral leadership, networking), team spirit, and a customer-oriented mindset

• Strong technical aptitude capable of grasping and managing complex issues; independent, structured working style; ability to adapt confidently to changing circumstances

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

• Business-fluent English; proficiency in Chinese, Korean, and/or Japanese is a plus

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