Director of Process Engineering

IDEX Corporation•Farmington, CT

1d•$158,600 - $237,800

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Support daily manufacturing execution and escalation resolution.
Ensure smooth technology transfer and DFM alignment.
Ensure process control, validation, and regulatory compliance.
Engage in customer-facing technical discussions for complex applications as needed.