Systems Automation Leader - Senior Manager / Director
Location: Singapore
Industry: Global Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
Scope: Global R&D / Complex Automation Systems
Keen to drive cutting-edge innovation in next-gen manufacturing systems?
The opportunity lies with a world renowned semiconductor equipment company with a global presence, known for its advanced process technologies used by top-tier chipmakers worldwide.
We're hiring a Systems Automation Senior Manager or Director to lead the design, integration, and development of highly complex automation platforms used in semiconductor manufacturing. This role is at the forefront of innovation, where multidisciplinary engineering, software, and automation intersect to define the future of precision manufacturing.
What You'll Be Driving
- Own and lead the system-level design, architecture, and integration of high-performance automation platforms combining electrical, mechanical, software, and controls engineering.
- Oversee complex R&D projects, from concept through to product realization, ensuring functional alignment with customer and market requirements.
- Collaborate with global teams (software, hardware, process engineering, and marketing) to solve architecture challenges and optimize functionality across business units.
- Guide system integration and final testing phases to ensure seamless delivery of high-performance tools.
- Influence product roadmaps and standardization through data-driven metrics and technical benchmarking.
- Partner with key vendors and internal teams to develop novel system components and technologies.
What We're Looking For
- A strong technical leader with hands-on systems engineering experience - especially in complex electromechanical or automation-heavy systems.
- Background in semiconductor tools, industrial automation, or advanced capital equipment preferred.
- Proven track record in system-level integration, cross-functional coordination, and lifecycle development.
- Expertise in controls, software architecture, or automation is a strong plus.
- Ability to influence stakeholders across engineering, product management, and business units.
- Strong understanding of systems validation, architecture trade-offs, and customer-driven development.
Why Join?
- Play a mission-critical role in the next generation of automation platforms for advanced manufacturing.
- Be part of a globally respected technology leader in one of the world's most important industries.
- Collaborate with world-class engineers and thought leaders.
- Enjoy excellent career progression and international exposure.
Next Step:
If this role is of interest, apply here OR send your CV to abel.quek@atomicgroup.sg preferably in Microsoft Word document format for a confidential discussion.
EA Licence: 23S1885
Registration ID: R1768942
