Manager, Equipment Engineering

Description

Foresight On-Site is seeking a highly experienced and technically strong Manager, Equipment Engineering, to lead the development, design, quoting, and execution of complex chemical and fluid-delivery equipment systems for high-tech and semiconductor-related manufacturing environments.

This role is intended to establish a clear technical and operational leader for the Equipment Engineering function. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in chemical process equipment, strong engineering leadership, advanced technical/computer skills, and the ability to build scalable systems, teams, and processes that support rapid organizational growth.

The successful candidate will help close critical capability gaps related to equipment design, system quoting, engineering automation, project execution, and technical leadership across the organization.

Requirements

Essential Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead the Equipment Engineering team in the design, development, and execution of chemical and fluid delivery systems and assemblies. 
• Provide technical oversight for complex assemblies and systems, including: 
• Chemical Delivery Units (CDUs) 
• Fluid Delivery Systems 
• Valve Boxes 
• Process Chemical Equipment 
• Custom OEM assemblies 
• Semiconductor support equipment 
• Develop and improve engineering standards, design methodologies, and scalable processes. 
• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for complex equipment design and build challenges. 
• Support multiple Foresight business units, including Foresight AZ, Foresight On-Site, and Foresight Asia Pacific. The position will report to Foresight AZ. 

Engineering & Design

• Design and review equipment layouts, assemblies, and process systems using SolidWorks and other 3D modeling platforms. 
• Interpret and develop: 
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) 
• Process flow diagrams 
• Mechanical schematics 
• Equipment drawings 
• Bill of Materials (BOM) and fabrication packages 
• Support quoting and estimating activities for large-scale chemical and fluid systems. 
• Job costing
• Improve engineering accuracy, manufacturability, and project execution efficiency. 
• Assist in establishing scalable design libraries and engineering automation tools. 

Process Improvement & Automation

• Drive modernization of engineering workflows through advanced computer skills, automation, and data-driven tools. 
• Utilize advanced Excel capabilities and other software solutions to improve: 
• Quoting speed 
• Design efficiency 
• Reporting accuracy 
• Engineering productivity 
• Identify opportunities for coding, scripting, automation, and digital transformation within engineering operations. 

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5+ engineers and technical personnel. 
• Build accountability, technical capability, and execution discipline within the department. 
• Help establish a high-performance engineering culture focused on responsiveness, innovation, and continuous improvement. 
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts between Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Customers. 

Project & Business Support

• Support project execution from concept through commissioning. 
• Assist with project planning, prioritization, scheduling, and resource allocation. 
• Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, and strategic growth initiatives. 
• Provide leadership support for future organizational scaling and equipment expansion efforts. 
• Review job costs versus estimates to ensure estimating quality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field preferred. 
• 8+ years of experience in equipment engineering, chemical systems, fluid systems, or related industries. 
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience. 
• Strong experience designing and building chemical and fluid process equipment. 
• Advanced understanding of: 
• P&IDs 
• Mechanical schematics 
• Process systems 
• Equipment fabrication 
• Fluid handling systems 
• Proficiency with: 
• SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel 
• Engineering software and automation tools 
• Experience quoting large assemblies and complex equipment systems. 
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to lead multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within semiconductor, high-purity, or ultra-clean manufacturing environments. 
• Hi-Purity construction piping knowledge. 
• Experience with KLA, Kurita, fluid delivery systems, or semiconductor support equipment. 
• Experience implementing engineering automation or coding solutions. 
• PMP certification or formal project management experience. 
• Established industry reputation and technical leadership presence. 

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership 
• Strategic problem solving 
• Engineering execution 
• Process improvement 
• Team development 
• Project coordination 
• Operational scalability 
• Customer-focused engineering 
• Continuous improvement mindset

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to assign or modify duties and responsibilities as business needs dictate.

Foresight Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s). Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.