Research & Development (R&D) Manager

Our client is a market-leading semiconductor company with a worldwide footprint. Due to rapid expansion, they are currently seeking a Research & Development Manager.


Key Responsibilities:

• Drive strategic initiatives to innovate and commercialize technologies, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Build and enhance internal capabilities to support value engineering, cost reduction, and effective problem-solving.
• Develop the necessary infrastructure to meet strategic development targets.
• Collaborate with customers on new products, materials, and processes, with a focus on speed, cost-efficiency, and smooth manufacturing.
• Supervise multiple product design teams, ensuring swift time-to-market at optimized costs.
• Lead packaging solutions and deliver detailed customer presentations on technology.
• Work with design and production teams to provide crucial insights on product design, assembly, and testing.
• Ensure the company's technical strategy aligns with its broader business objectives.
• Advise management on new developments that could affect profitability, timelines, costs, or customer relations.
• Stay current on emerging technologies to enhance operations and products, offering actionable recommendations.
• Develop and improve products for key market segments, fostering growth in new markets.
• Oversee the R&D pilot line, focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 10-15 years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Expertise in Assembly and Testing processes.
• Deep knowledge of IC packaging and materials.
• Strong project management skills, from product introduction to mass production.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and operational processes.
• Proficiency in business planning and budget management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building positive relationships with peers, customers, and stakeholders.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional leadership abilities.
• Assertive, proactive, and a collaborative team leader.

To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Shan Li at shanli.ong@ambition.com.my. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)

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