Director R&D

About the role

Vishay Dale Electronics in Columbus, NE is seeking a Director – R&D responsible for product development and strategies to ensure effective achievement of research and development objectives. The site is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of resistors and e‑beam technology and a major employer in the Columbus area.

Responsibilities

• Per division objectives, sets the research and development direction for optimal division product development, manufacturing excellence, etc. in order to maximize potential.
• Participates at high level meetings and sets forth policies and plans to achieve R&D excellence, in concert with quality assurance, sales growth, headcount planning, etc.
• Approves budgets and capital expenditures as set by top organizational level.
• Selects appropriate subordinate R&D management group to ensure smooth R&D operations to support company objectives and provides training as required.
• Develop and maintain 5‑year R&D direction with Marketing, Business Development and Division Management.
• Provides technical direction regarding potential acquisition targets and subcontracting partners.

Requirements

15 years of R&D experience. MS or PhD in Materials Engineering or Physics preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Unique career paths, open and collaborative culture, stable business, opportunities to work globally and locally