Head of Mechanical Design R&D

Head of Mechanical Design R&D

Vollzeit Vor Ort
PTW SpinTec GmbH

Would you like to develop complex equipment, take technical ownership and bring new ideas to life? Join PTW SpinTec, a growing company based in Villach, Austria.

We develop, manufacture and sell innovative equipment for the semiconductor industry. Our focus is on advanced single-wafer spin-etch systems for wafer etching and cleaning. We combine technical expertise with creative problem-solving and close teamwork.

As Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of our equipment. You will take overall technical responsibility for challenging development projects, from the initial concept through to successful implementation. You will coordinate our interdisciplinary development team and external partners, bringing the individual technical components together into a high-performance integrated system.

We look forward to your ideas, experience and drive to shape the future!

Your Responsibilities

Take overall technical responsibility for developing complex single-wafer spin-etch and cleaning systems.

Develop concepts, perform engineering calculations and lead the mechanical design of new equipment, while further developing existing systems.

Translate customer and process requirements into technical specifications, equipment concepts and clearly defined development tasks.

Lead and coordinate development projects, from the initial idea through prototype construction, testing and production readiness.

Provide technical leadership to the development team and coordinate interfaces between mechanical engineering, process engineering, electrical engineering, automation and software.

Coordinate external development partners and suppliers and discuss technical requirements with customers.

Plan and monitor project progress, resources, costs and schedules.

Evaluate technical solutions, conduct design reviews and identify development risks at an early stage.

Support assembly, commissioning and testing, and identify and implement the necessary improvements.

Ensure complete technical documentation and a structured handover to production and service.

Ensure effective communication among all project stakeholders and report regularly to technical management and the executive management team.

Introduce new technologies and development approaches to improve the process performance, reliability and cost-effectiveness of our equipment.

Your Skills

A degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, plant engineering or a comparable technical discipline.

Several years of experience in the development and design of complex machinery and equipment, ideally for the semiconductor industry.

Experience in overall technical responsibility and project management, from concept development and detailed engineering through to commissioning and validation.

A sound understanding of the interaction between mechanical engineering, process engineering, chemical and utility supply systems, automation and software.

The ability to translate customer and process requirements into clear technical specifications, equipment concepts and work packages.

Experience in providing technical leadership to interdisciplinary development teams and coordinating external development partners and suppliers.

Proficiency in CAD systems (pref.Solid Edge) and knowledge of design for manufacture, material selection and technical risk assessment.

A structured, solution-oriented approach, with a clear focus on technical feasibility, quality, costs and deadlines.

Strong decision-making skills, initiative and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and ensure a reliable flow of information.

Excellent English skills for working with international customers and partners.

An advantage:

Experience with single-wafer equipment, wet chemical etching and cleaning processes, and the specific requirements for chemical resistance, cleanliness and safety.

What We Offer

A secure position in a forward-looking company in the semiconductor industry.

Comprehensive onboarding and training provided by our experienced team.

Above-average remuneration based on the Austrian collective agreement for the metal trades.

Classification in employment group V.

Full-time employment, including 13th and 14th salary payments.

We offer an attractive, market-aligned salary above this minimum, depending on your qualifications and experience.

Independent work with considerable freedom to shape your role and implement your ideas.

Individual development and further training opportunities based on your strengths.

An international working environment.

A dedicated team with short decision-making processes.

Have we sparked your interest? Would you like to join our dynamic, forward-looking company with excellent opportunities for professional development?

We look forward to hearing from you!

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