Senior Director, Engineering

Senior Director Of Engineering At Mks Flow BuAs a Senior Director of Engineering at the MKS Flow BU, you will partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Product Marketing, Sales, and Customers to develop next generation products/technologies and support customers to solve their most difficult problems. In this role, you will report to the Flow Business Unit General Manager.We are looking for an exceptional Senior Director of Engineering to join our innovative Engineering Development Team at MKS, Inc. We push the boundaries of technology to develop a wide range of Mass Flow Control products that address the needs of Semiconductor, Industrial Scientific, and Life and Health markets. In this position, you will build, lead, and develop groups that are developing innovative next-generation gas delivery and flow control products. You will also be responsible for contributing to the development, communication, and execution of the Flow BU strategic growth initiatives.You Will Make an Impact By:Oversee the daily workflow and management of the mechanical and electronics engineering development team, including administration of the engineering budget. Establish, communicate, and implement policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent execution of engineering activitiesDirect engineering management in the design, modification, and evaluation of all phases of a specific product or group of products from product definition through release/production. Ensure that development projects are appropriately resourced, and completed in an efficient manner, within budget and in a timely fashionAct as the central engineering resource collaborating with Product Marketing, project management, Operations, Quality and Reliability, Sales, and Service, as products move through development and into productionFormulate, direct and execute value engineering activities, and enable long term plans for product cost control/profitabilityMaintain knowledge of emerging technologies & trends in engineering and development related to our industryIdentify, recommend, and implement new technologies and systems to improve organizational efficiency, processes, and decision-makingDevelop and maintain a technology/R&D roadmap and ensure alignment with our customers' future roadmap/visionInteract with customers to lead technical engagements on both new and existing products and technologiesSkills You Bring:B.S. degree in Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred15+ years of cross-functional management experience in a product development environment, with strong understanding of manufacturing, gas flow, pressure control, and electrical engineering principles and fundamentalsFamiliarity with the fundamentals of Engineering management, project management, product development processes, problem-solving methodologies, and DFMEA, as well as key Reliability processesKnowledge of industry trends, best practices, and change managementStrong critical thinking skills, in combination with excellent written and verbal communications skills.Experience and success in mentoring engineering managers and staffPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift up to 30 lbsRegularly requires good manual dexterity and coordinationOccasionally moves/positions objects up to 30 poundsAbility to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the timeFrequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder levelRegularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder levelMust be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understandMust be able to exchange accurate informationOperates in a professional office, laboratory, and manufacturing environmentConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity machineryAbility to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heatNoise level in the work environment is usually averageCompensation and Benefits:Salary Pay Range: $230,450 - 384,000 USD Annual per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS (or as applicable).Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, (6 weeks fully paid) parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement (and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.).We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.