Engineering Director for the Centre for Heterogeneous Integrated MicroElectronic and Semiconductor..

About the Position

Engineering Director for the Centre for Heterogeneous Integrated MicroElectronic and Semiconductor Systems (CHIMES2). The role involves leading, building and mentoring a world‑class multidisciplinary engineering team and supporting the delivery of world‑class research in heterogeneous integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead, build and mentor a high‑performing, multidisciplinary engineering team
• Drive the delivery of heterogeneous integration solutions from concept to implementation, producing appropriate outputs and presenting them for a range of audiences
• Conduct internationally recognised, innovative research in heterogeneous integration
• Work collaboratively with academics, researchers and external partners to translate their needs into clear functional requirements and propose solutions
• Act as a key member of the CHIMES Executive Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and direction
• Build strong and trusted relationships with industry collaborators and design‑chain ecosystem partners, providing expert advice and guidance
• Assist in preparation of project reports and other publications, including international peer‑reviewed journals
• Work closely with leading UK universities to align research with engineering delivery
• Represent CHIMES2 across industry, academia and the wider microelectronics community
• Work across industry, academia and government to deliver transformative capability
• Translate emerging research into engineering capability and identify future research opportunities, assisting with preparation of competitive new funding bids
• Ensure robust project governance, risk management and timely delivery across projects
• Provide technical leadership and guidance
• Champion diversity, equality and inclusion
• Monitor and evaluate performance of the engineering team against KPIs
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex technical challenges
• Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

• A PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Systems, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Substantial experience of leading, developing and managing high‑performing engineering teams, including multidisciplinary and/or distributed teams
• Demonstrable experience of delivering complex engineering solutions using expertise in microelectronic and semiconductor systems, ideally including successful end‑to‑end design and tape‑out
• Deep knowledge and experience of heterogeneous integration or closely related system integration approaches
• Experience managing large‑scale, complex or distributed programmes across multiple partners from industry, academia and external stakeholders
• Expertise in one or more areas: advanced digital chip design, optoelectronics, RF/wireless systems, quantum technologies or advanced semiconductor devices/packaging
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build credibility at senior levels

Additional Information

• Grade: 9
• Salary: £61,759 – £69,488 per annum
• Work arrangement: Part time (4 days a week)
• Duration: Fixed term until 30 September 2030
• Line manager: CHIMES Director
• Direct reports: Senior Research Engineer, Research Engineer

Other Information

Baseline personnel security standard: The role requires a Government baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) check as a condition of employment.

Closing Date: 13/07/2026

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