Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced engineer with a deep technical background in semiconductor technology to provide leadership and inputs throughout the fabrication, manufacturing, and process development of semiconductor-based product fabrication. This role is pivotal in overseeing and coordinating fabrication activities across both research and production, working closely with internal teams and external fabrication partners. The ideal candidate will have excellent project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee project technical progress, schedule, and deliverables in collaboration with Engineers and Management.

• Design, execute, and manage manufacturing workflows to mature, document, and track manufacturing capabilities and process stability.

• Plan day-to-day and long-term fabrication activities, coordinating across both internal and external teams.

• Coordinate production schedules, research initiatives, and resource allocation to meet strategic goals.

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, process controls, and safety regulations across all fabrication processes.

• Monitor project resourcing and budgets, including forecasting.

• Lead a team of researchers, process engineers, fabrication, packaging, and integration teams, and engage with external partners to continuously advance development.

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between internal R&D and external partners to transfer process requirements and knowledge.

• Source and develop partnerships with facilities that have the requisite processing capabilities, tools, and know-how for collaboration.

• Lead and manage multiple semiconductor fabrication projects including both R&D and production scale-up.

• Develop and track project plans, timelines, budgets, and milestones, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Allocate and optimize resources to maximize efficiency and productivity.

• Track resource allocation and progress against objectives.

• Develop, record, and analyze metrics related to productivity, quality, and efficiency.

• Provide technical guidance and expertise in semiconductor fabrication processes.

• Identify and implement process improvements, efficiency enhancements, and yield improvements.

• Continue to develop, maintain, and grow a network in the semiconductor industry.

• Contribute to technology and process innovation to close capability gaps, develop capability roadmaps, and plan out and represent resource and facilities needs.

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of detailed process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.

• Lead audits and assessments of fabrication processes to ensure continuous adherence to quality and regulatory requirements.

• Comply with all regulatory requirements. Provide safety and operational training and maintain records.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Hard Skills

• Semiconductor technology experience

• Experience with manufacturing operations

• Contract manufacturer/vendor oversight

• Process development/engineering

• Leadership experience

Soft Skills

• Project management

• Collaboration

• Communication

• Problem-solving

• Mentoring

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 10 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Rockville, Maryland and some days remote.

Work Environment

Office Environment. Project oversight for manufacturing efforts is provided but it is not done onsite.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.