Mgr Sr Program

Cohu • Norwood, MA

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About The Position

Cohu’s Semiconductor Test Group deliveries leading edge technology to some of the largest semiconductor manufacturers in the world. We are looking for experienced and motivated individuals to join our Program Management Office (PMO) to lead the complete development cycle for our cutting-edge products. This role reports to the PMO Director and will have the opportunity to lead cross functional teams of Engineers and Product/Technical Specialists to plan, execute and launch these leading-edge products.
The individual who thrives in this role will be comfortable leading a cross-disciplined engineering team. They can effectively grasp and keep the big picture in clear focus while identifying and executing on many details. They have excellent communication skills, are comfortable working with all levels of the organization, and have strong personal leadership - holding first themselves and then their team members accountable. They have strong organizational skills and diligent follow through to assist their teams in meeting commitments.
Cohu, Inc. is a U.S. based, publicly traded Nasdaq company (COHU) with corporate headquarters in Southern California (in Poway in the Greater San Diego, CA area). Cohu designs, develops, manufactures, sells, installs and services semiconductor equipment for some of the world's largest semiconductor companies. Cohu is a global leader in test handling, thermal subsystems, package inspection, contactors and MEMS test solutions used by the semiconductor industry. The latest Cohu acquisition, Xcerra and its associated brands of atgLM, Multitest and ECT bring together a deep and broad expertise in test that enables innovative and cost-effective handling, contacting and measurement solutions for the electronics industry.
Within the umbrella of Cohu, Inc., Xcerra is a global provider of capital equipment, interface products, and services to the semiconductor, industrial, and electronics manufacturing industries. The Company addresses the broad, divergent requirements of the mobility, industrial, automotive and consumer end markets, offering a comprehensive portfolio of solutions and technologies, and a global network of strategically deployed applications and support resources.
Xcerra is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

• 10+ years technical experience/engineering role in new product development
• Mix-signal, RF, SW product solutions for semiconductor industry
• Min 5 years of Technical Project Management experience with system and capital equipment (integration of mechanical, hardware and software)
• Experience in analyzing project/program ROI, product requirements, product positioning, competitive analysis, and the business side of project/program approvals
• Experience with KPI to evaluate program performance and EVA to track the status of the program as well as forecast its success per benchmark plan
• Experience with risk management in new product development
• Experience with contractors, subcon, vendors contract management
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills and a proven ability to effectively interact with multiple layers of management and cross-department/business units
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong planning, and organizations skills
• Proven success to drive geographically and culturally diverse cross functional project teams
• Demonstrates good analysis, collaboration and problem solving while multi-tasking on multiple projects simultaneously (strong time management and prioritization skills)
• A nature of staying focused on solutions and ability to remain positive even under pressure
• Mentor to other Program Managers and drive a culture of continuous improvement
• Nimble to change of priorities and ability to redirect the project teams to quickly execute to those changes
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science degree in Engineering (EE, ECE).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools or equivalent PM collaboration tools

Nice To Haves

• MBA and/or PMP preferred
• ScrumMaster certification and experience on Agile teams is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the Product Development Process to deliver Cohu Products (fuzzy front end through production ramp and successful customer adoption)
• Owner of execution plan (scope, budget, schedule) to meet internal and customer requirements
• Lead cross functional engineering teams (Hardware, Software, Firmware, Mechanical, System Integration, Applications, Test, Marketing) to meet program objectives and successful release of the product
• Monitor, identify, and drive mitigation/resolution of any threats/impediments/risks to program goals and commitments
• Oversight of the product portfolio roadmap and contribute to the business success/growth
• Serve as the focal point for project communications for internal and external stakeholders. Compile regular project status to different levels of management and communicate them through formal and informal presentations
• Drive near-term goals/priorities, meetings, and communications to ensure alignment across the teams while optimizing performance of the project
• Ensure the project is developed in compliance with specified internal, customer or industry standards, processes, and procedures
• Champion for advancing Project Management Process Improvements, Best Practices and Methodologies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level