WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. Backed by Sequoia.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Metrology Equipment Engineering Manager to lead a team of Metrology Equipment Engineers supporting wafer manufacturing operations in San Jose and Fremont. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical direction, operational performance, and continuous improvement of the wafer metrology equipment fleet. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline, Master's degree preferred
- 7+ years of experience in metrology, semiconductor equipment engineering, or a related manufacturing engineering discipline
- 2+ years of demonstrated people management or formal technical leadership experience
- Hands-on expertise with wafer metrology equipment such as optical profilometers, ellipsometers, SEM/CD-SEM, overlay measurement tools, or comparable precision measurement systems
- Strong foundation in measurement systems analysis (MSA), GRR, SPC, and statistical data analysis
- Demonstrated ability to manage escalations, drive root cause analysis, and communicate effectively under time pressure
More about this role
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Metrology Equipment Engineering Manager to lead a team of Metrology Equipment Engineers supporting wafer manufacturing operations in San Jose and Fremont. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical direction, operational performance, and continuous improvement of the wafer metrology equipment fleet. You will serve as the primary escalation point for equipment issues across the metrology engineering team, drive prioritization decisions that balance line availability, quality risk, and resource capacity, and develop your team's technical and professional capabilities. You will partner closely with manufacturing, process integration, quality, and equipment supplier teams to ensure measurement systems meet the precision and throughput demands of leading-edge HDD wafer production.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Metrology Equipment Engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning
- Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular 1:1s, and deliver timely, constructive feedback through...
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