Project Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

As aProject Engineer, you will manage projects involving cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of a product through the design process and into a finished state for external customers. You will monitor the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with customers on technical matters. You will organize interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the product/program/project on schedule and within budget constraints. This position is in a matrix type of organization, where the position does not have responsibility for product development but does have overall product/program/project management responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as a collaborative partner with Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Field Service, and Operations team toalign and deliver products on time.
• Create and update detailed Gantt charts
• Identify and mitigate risk factors in engineering, operations, and manufacturing that may impact the achievement of on-time System/Tool delivery
• Direct and coordinate all activities necessary to complete assigned projectson time
• Interface with customers and provide status updates
• Act as the focal point for Marketing on project-related issues
• Prepare group work assignments and monitor progress
• Manage various project deliverables which will include system design,bothElectrical and Mechanical
• Provide weekly status toOperationsManagement
• Drive process improvement, report execution against detailed plans,andensure timely completion of objectives
• Conduct weekly ECO (Engineering Change Order) review with Contract Manufacturers for new and sustaining projects and provide an action plan to implement and cut-in

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline is required. At least5years ofmanufacturingexperience is required. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills
• Bi-lingual ability in Chinese or Japanese Preferred
• Proven ability to manage projects or programs
• Experience inMS Project, AutoCAD and Solidworks preferred.
• SAP experience preferred
• Solid knowledge in the Program Management process, Program Management accreditation a plus
• Previous large-scale high-tech equipment experience preferred
• Process development and improvement in a team environment

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $93,097 - $117,922, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume torecruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us atrecruiting@veeco.com.