Technical Lab Operations Manager

Intel•Aloha, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Lab Operations Manager leads the operation and continued development of multiple engineering laboratory environments that support semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The labs support equipment training, engineering development, troubleshooting, repair activities, and validation. The manager ensures that labs operate safely, efficiently, and consistently, and that engineers and technicians have the equipment, tools, processes, and infrastructure needed to support manufacturing operations. The role requires technical operations leadership, cross-functional coordination, and experience managing engineering environments involving complex automated equipment. It includes developing lab capabilities and strategic roadmaps aligned with future module engineering requirements, while supporting team growth and fostering an inclusive and productive work environment. The position is on-site in Hillsboro, Oregon.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
At least 6 years of experience in semiconductor equipment or process engineering roles.
Experience managing technical facilities, engineering labs, equipment programs, or manufacturing support operations.
Experience working with semiconductor equipment or complex automated manufacturing systems.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering and technician teams.
Experience establishing operational processes, safety controls, equipment management systems, and technical documentation.
Project and resource-management skills.
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to build and strengthen partnerships across organizations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field, with at least 4 years of experience in semiconductor equipment or process engineering roles.
PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field, with at least 2 years of experience in semiconductor equipment or process engineering roles.
Experience with semiconductor capital equipment or advanced manufacturing systems.
Experience managing engineering development, training, equipment, or repair laboratory environments.
Familiarity with automated equipment, robotics, motion control, machine vision, industrial controls, or equipment development.
Experience supporting equipment troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and engineering validation.
Experience developing technical training programs for engineers or technicians.
Experience standing up or expanding technical laboratory capabilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on operational efficiency and innovation.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operation of multiple technical engineering laboratories.
Manage lab readiness, scheduling, capacity, equipment availability, and resource coordination.
Establish and maintain lab operating procedures, safety standards, access controls, and equipment-use requirements.
Coordinate equipment installation, maintenance, calibration, and laboratory infrastructure.
Support hands-on technical training and development activities for engineers and technicians.
Establish metrics for lab utilization, availability, safety, training activity, engineering throughput, and overall operational effectiveness.
Drive continuous improvement of laboratory processes and capabilities.
Develop strategic roadmaps for module engineering capabilities aligned with future requirements.
Facilitate team growth through goal setting, performance management, and fostering an inclusive and productive work environment.