About the role
As a R&D Equipment Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning of equipment for research and development in the FCBGA substrate production facility. Your role includes managing the lifecycle of equipment, from identifying needs and securing tools to ensuring their proper operation and integration. You will coordinate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure timely execution of projects. Additionally, you will handle equipment maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting, while also ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Your responsibilities also extend to managing documentation, training staff, and working closely with other departments to support R&D objectives and maintain operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
In the role of Manager, R&D Equipment, you will be tasked with defining and executing the goals and strategies of the Manufacturing team in alignment with the Company's annual operating plan. You will oversee the entire lifecycle of equipment for the FCBGA substrate production facility, including selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning. Your responsibilities also include managing preventative maintenance, calibration, and plant automation systems, ensuring efficient capacity utilization and operational reliability.
- Strategy Planning
- Develop and execute medium- to long-term implementation plans for equipment and facility improvements.
- Plan, implement, and manage the equipment budget, ensuring effective allocation of financial resources.
- Planning
- Develop and finalize equipment specifications and purchase requirements.
- Compare and select manufacturers based on capabilities and suitability.
- Review and assess equipment pricing to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Plan and prepare documentation for approval and procurement processes (Ringisho).
- Design of Production Lines
- Prepare and process purchase orders (PO).
- Attend and contribute to production design meetings.
- Conduct design reviews to ensure alignment with requirements and standards.
- Production
- Initiate production and coordinate the exchange of equipment delivery specifications.
- Oversee on-site commissioning and prepare inspection reports.
- Installation and Change Management
- Manage installation and related works.
- Conduct trial runs and manage spare parts inventory.
- Provide operations and maintenance training.
- Perform safety audits and apply change management processes.
- Prepare the initial flow management results report.
- Recognition
- Conduct equipment acceptance inspections and prepare acceptance reports.
- Develop standards and manage the delivery of equipment.
Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.
