The Director of Process Engineering is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes to support Mott Corporation's growth across Semiconductor, Aerospace & Defense, and Industrial markets. This role drives process stability, improves yield and cost performance, and ensures successful industrialization of new products.

Reporting to senior operations leadership, the Director will lead a team of process engineers and collaborate closely with Operations, R&D, and Quality to deliver reliable, scalable manufacturing processes for highly technical and mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Market-Aligned Process Development

Lead process engineering efforts aligned to Mott's three core markets, ensuring each manufacturing environment meets its unique requirements:

• Ultra-high purity, contamination-free manufacturing for Semiconductor customers
• High-reliability and regulated production for Aerospace & Defense programs
• Efficient, scalable production for Industrial markets
• Ensure all processes meet customer, regulatory, and product performance requirements
• Drive alignment between process capability and market-specific technical demands

2. Process Optimization & Manufacturing Support

Own process performance metrics and drive continuous improvement across all assigned manufacturing areas:

• Yield and First Pass Yield (FPY) improvement
• Throughput optimization and cycle time reduction
• Scrap and rework reduction programs
• Lead root cause analysis and structured problem-solving for manufacturing and quality issues
• Standardize and document processes, work instructions, and best practices

3. New Product Introduction (NPI) & Scale-Up

Partner with R&D and cross-functional teams to accelerate new product industrialization:

• Lead Design-for-Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and production readiness activities
• Support transition from R&D to production, ensuring robust and repeatable processes
• Implement and enforce APQP, PFMEA, and process validation disciplines
• Collaborate across functions to accelerate time-to-market for new programs

4. Process Capability & Technology Development

Drive advancement of core manufacturing technologies:

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes in advanced materials processing (e.g., powder metals, sintering, purification)
• Optimize precision machining and fabrication capabilities
• Enhance cleaning and assembly processes for high-spec environments
• Support evaluation and implementation of new equipment, tooling, and automation
• Drive continuous improvement in process capability and repeatability

5. Continuous Improvement & Performance Management

• Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve productivity and reduce cost
• Establish process KPI dashboards and drive accountability to performance targets
• Identify and execute cost-out and efficiency improvement initiatives

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Process Engineers
• Build technical capabilities aligned to Semiconductor, A&D, and Industrial needs
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Partner with leadership to recruit and retain top technical talent

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration

This role demands tight integration with the broader organization:

• Operations - support daily manufacturing execution and escalation resolution
• R&D / Engineering - ensure smooth technology transfer and DFM alignment
• Quality - ensure process control, validation, and regulatory compliance
• Engage in customer-facing technical discussions for complex applications as needed

Key Performance Metrics

Success in this role will be measured against the following metrics:

Key Metric Description

Yield / FPY Improvement

First Pass Yield targets across Semiconductor, A&D, and Industrial lines

Process Capability (Cp/Cpk)

Statistical process control where applicable; drives repeatability

Cycle Time Reduction

Throughput improvements and bottleneck elimination

Scrap & Cost Reduction

Waste elimination via Lean and Six Sigma initiatives

NPI Launch Success & Speed

On-time, on-spec new product introductions with validated processes

Process Stability & Repeatability

Standardized work instructions and documented best practices

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in at least one of the following sectors:

• Semiconductor or high-purity manufacturing
• Aerospace & Defense or regulated production environments
• Advanced industrial / engineered product manufacturing

• Strong background in process development, scale-up, and industrialization
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D, DMAIC)
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Proven track record of leading and developing technical engineering teams
• Experience with APQP, PFMEA, and process validation disciplines

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to multiple target markets (Semiconductor, A&D, and Industrial) within a single organization
• Familiarity with filtration, flow control, or advanced materials products
• Experience in cleanroom or contamination-sensitive process environments
• Background in highly regulated or high-spec production settings
• Experience operating within multi-site or global manufacturing organizations
• Advanced degree (M.S. or MBA) in a relevant engineering or business discipline

Leadership Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics:

Execution-Focused

Drives tangible process improvements with measurable, trackable outcomes

Technically Strong

Capable of diagnosing and solving complex, multi-variable manufacturing challenges

Hands-On Leader

Engages directly with the factory floor and engineering teams - not a remote leader

Collaborative

Works effectively across functions; builds trust with Operations, R&D, and Quality peers

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Relentlessly improves processes and performance; never satisfied with the status quo

Talent Builder

Invests in the growth and development of team members at all levels

Mott Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision porous metal products and advanced filtration solutions. With decades of innovation, Mott serves customers across the most demanding markets - including Semiconductor, Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences, and Industrial applications - where performance, purity, and reliability are non-negotiable.

Mott's manufacturing capabilities include advanced powder metallurgy, sintering, precision machining, and controlled-environment assembly - making process engineering a strategic and highly visible function within the organization.

This is an opportunity to join a company where engineering excellence directly translates to customer and business outcomes - and where the Director of Process Engineering plays a central role in that value chain.

Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $158,600.00 - $237,800.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

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