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Introduction:

The Sr Director of Module Engineering will lead the module engineering organization in one of Singapore’s Fabs. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, technology development, and cross-functional collaboration across all other departments. As a key member of the local leadership team, the individual will also serve as a strategic interface with global counterparts to ensure alignment with corporate objectives, technology roadmaps, and customer requirements.

Your Job :

Site Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and manage the engineering modules across the designated Fab, including process and equipment engineering.

• Develop and execute engineering strategies that support site performance goals and align with global foundry objectives.

• Represent the engineering function in local leadership forums and contribute to site-wide decision-making.

Technology & Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement in yield, cycle time, cost, and equipment efficiency.

• Lead technology transfer and ramp-up activities in collaboration with global R&D and manufacturing teams.

• Ensure robust process control and reliability across all technology nodes.

Global Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between the Singapore site and global engineering, R&D, and customer teams.

• Participate in global forums to influence technology direction, share best practices, and align strategic initiatives.

Talent Development & Organizational Leadership

• Build and develop a high-performing engineering team through effective hiring, mentoring, and succession planning.

• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the engineering organization.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Required Qualifications :

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's, Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field.

• Minimum 12 years of progressive technical and managerial experience in the semiconductor industry, with demonstrated expertise across multiple process modules.

• Proven track record in leading engineering teams in a high-volume foundry or advanced semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Technical & Leadership Competencies

• Deep understanding of semiconductor process technologies (e.g., CMOS, FinFET, RF, analog/mixed-signal).

• Strong knowledge of equipment engineering, yield improvement methodologies, and statistical process control.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects across geographies.

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and ability to translate technical goals into operational outcomes.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with global teams and customers.

Cultural & Organizational Fit

• Comfortable operating in a matrixed, multicultural environment.

• Strong alignment with values of integrity, innovation, and operational excellence.

• Ability to lead through influence and build trust across diverse teams.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.