SoC Test SC Division Engineering Excellence Director (m/f/d)

Advantest - We enable tomorrowʻs technology. IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers. Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as SoC Test SC Division Engineering Excellence Director (m/f/d) Your Responsibilities Advantest is seeking a Director, Engineering Excellence Center within the V93K SoC Test Supply Chain Organization to lead teams focused on data analytics & metrology, engineering process development, program management, and PCBA technologies. In this strategic leadership role, you will establish standardized ways of working, KPIs, governance frameworks, and harmonized toolchains that enable scalable, quality-focused and data-driven execution across Product Engineering, Manufacturing, R&D and suppliers. You will drive organizational excellence by creating common processes, clear interfaces, and aligned requirements that reduce dependency on individual expertise, accelerate onboarding, and improve global execution consistency. One focus area will be to provide leadership guidance for major cross-functional programs that deliver breakthrough improvements in product quality, cost of poor quality, and operational efficiency. Your Responsibilities Establish and govern technical excellence, data-driven engineering frameworks, standardized processes, KPIs, and operating models across Product Engineering, Manufacturing, R&D, Suppliers, and customer-facing functions to improve organizational effectiveness, scalability, and product performance. Lead and sponsor complex, high-impact cross-functional programs across global organizations, ensuring alignment, governance, and successful delivery of breakthrough business outcomes within Operations. Drive problem-solving and quality management methodologies that deliver sustainable breakthrough improvements in product quality, quality cost, operational performance, and customer satisfaction. Build organizational capabilities through the continuous development of Product Engineering teams and Contract Manufacturers in advanced analytics, statistical methods, process optimization, and modern engineering practices, enabling fact-based decision making and scalable execution. Establish governance frameworks for supplier performance management while strengthening PCB/PCA Design-for-Manufacturing, Design-for-Testability, and quality control methodologies across the supply chain. Establish and govern measurement standards, calibration and traceability as an integral part of product & manufacturing control Ensure strategic internal alignment with stakeholder functions and set clear objectives, priorities, and accountability within the team and your team managers. Your Qualifications Essential Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline. Minimum 5 years of proven leadership experience in engineering or operations environment Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional programs, NPI initiatives, or business transformations. Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across R&D, Supply Chain, IT, and external partners. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, data analytics, quality systems, and KPI-driven performance management for V93k. Experience establishing standardized processes, governance frameworks, and scalable operating models. Knowledge of semiconductor products, electronics manufacturing, supplier management, and SoC markets. Experience driving continuous improvement, problem-solving, and organizational capability development. Required Softskills Strong team player and integrator Positive, results-oriented mindset «can do» attitude Strong self-management and coordination skills Structured and analytical approach Ability to execute in a fast-changing environment Continuous learning and improvement mindset Effective communication and presentation skills High emotional intelligence and stakeholder management skills Our offer Flexibility Benefits Development Fitness Security Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing) Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool. If you have any questions, Ann-Kathrin Rupp will be happy to answer them at +49 (0) 7031.204.8022 For further information visit: www.advantest-career.de Apply now Would you like to know more about jobs at Advantest and about our unique team spirit? Our employees offer you their personal insights into our working environment. Would you like to take a closer look how our working environment looks like? Here you can take a short virtual 360° tour of our company - click the link to get to know us better. Böblingen Amerang