Equipment Process Manager

Manufacturing Engineering (Equipment/Process) Manager Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan Background of the Position Due to strong demand for power devices, particularly driven by AI-related applications, there is an urgent need to further improve factory productivity. In particular, there are challenges in stabilizing and improving equipment performance.

We are seeking a professional who can lead on-site equipment/process engineering, with broad knowledge and experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes, as well as strong industry connections. Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as the Equipment/Process Engineering Manager for Front-End Semiconductor Processes (8-inch), specifically Diffusion and Implantation (Ion Implantation).
• Production Engineering / Process Development: Establish mass production technology, optimize processes, and launch new technologies and new equipment.
• Yield / Quality Improvement: Investigate root causes of issues, develop countermeasures, and improve yield and quality.
• Team Management: Set goals, manage resources, and develop team members.
• Cost and Equipment Management: Improve uptime, lead productivity initiatives, and manage CAPEX.
• Communicate and negotiate with global teams and suppliers in English. Requirement
• Hands-on experience in equipment engineering or process engineering for semiconductor diffusion and/or ion implantation processes (approximately 10+ years)
• Management experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (e.g., Team Leader, Section Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent)
• Proven experience leading projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations
• Experience managing business relationships, negotiations, and collaboration with industry partners and external companies
• Strong English communication and negotiation skills for working with global teams at the U.S. headquarters and with suppliers
• Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 600 or above preferred)
• Japanese language proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 level or above)
• Valid work authorization that permits employment in Japan at the time of application
• No visa sponsorship available for this position Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge beyond diffusion/implantation processes
• Experience with fab ramp-up or next-generation processes
• Experience in multinational companies
• Experience in driving process optimization and business improvement using AI technologies Ideal Candidate Profile
• Logical problem-solving based on data
• Ability to balance site-level and overall optimization
• Leadership across functions
• Adaptability to fast-changing industry
• Strong focus on team development Location and Compensation Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan Salary: Flexible based on experience and skills