Project & Acquisition Manager - Semicon Equipment Lifetime

Delft Full time (40 hours per week) Medior‑Senior About this job

We are currently looking for a Project & Acquisition Manager to join the team Delft
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As a Project & Acquisition Manager, you will work in a department that specializes in understanding and extending the lifetime of critical components used in chip production, such as optics and materials. Real‑world challenges for global industry leaders are solved by combining deep expertise in contamination control, surface analysis, and vacuum technology. The team operates state‑of‑the‑art experimental facilities, including a unique setup for Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography research, the EBL
2. There is a close collaboration with both industry and academic partners. In this role, you will contribute to projects that directly shape the future of semiconductor technology, making manufacturing more efficient, sustainable and innovative.

• You will take ownership of complex, experimental research projects that are at the heart of semiconductor manufacturing innovation.
• From the earliest stages, defining proposals and shaping project goals, through to hands‑on execution and final delivery, you will ensure that each project meets the highest standards of quality and impact.
• You’ll lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and experimentalists, fostering close collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence.
• As the primary point of contact for our customers, you’ll build strong relationships and maintain clear communication, ensuring that their needs are understood and met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing several projects in parallel, you’ll balance resources and adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Your work will also involve close cooperation with business development and scientific leads, helping to secure new projects and expand our influence within the semiconductor sector.
• Beyond project delivery, you’ll engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including industry partners, suppliers, and internal leadership, to drive project success.
• You’ll also play an active role in the ongoing development of our team and organization, sharing your knowledge, mentoring colleagues, and participating in professional growth opportunities.
• In short, you’ll be a driving force behind both our projects and our people, helping to shape the future of semiconductor technology.

• A Master’s or PhD in physics, chemistry, material science, electrical or mechanical engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• At least 8–10 years of experience in a high‑tech systems environment, with significant exposure to the semiconductor industry.
• Proven track record as a project manager, including managing complex, multidisciplinary, and experimental research projects.
• Experience with program management, project development, and ideally formal project management training or certifications.
• Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels—from technical teams to executive stakeholders.
• Structured yet pragmatic approach to work, with a proactive, customer‑ and results‑oriented mindset.
• Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking abilities.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written);
  Dutch is a plus.
• Commercial insight, strategic thinking, and a willingness to support colleague project leaders.

Please note that if you do not hear back from us within 10 days of your application, you may assume that we have selected another candidate we would like to interview for this position. We do our best to get back to you individually; however, due to a high volume of responses, it can be that we have not been able to reject your application in person.

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