Engineering Operations Manager – Malaga

About the role

The Engineering Operations Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team that supports low‑volume pilot production tools, prototypes, and first‑of‑a‑kind devices at our nanotechnology research centre in Malaga. The role combines strategic planning, people leadership, and hands‑on technical oversight to ensure efficient, safe, and cost‑effective fab operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to improve fab performance, reduce cycle time, increase yield, and accelerate learning.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing environmental, health, and safety protocols.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and strategic partners to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to align on customer needs, cost‑reduction opportunities, and production stability.
• Allocate resources within budget constraints and monitor operating budgets.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers and team leaders, ensuring 24/7 operational continuity.
• Monitor and improve quality and process‑control standards, conduct root‑cause analysis, and drive reliability, uptime, utilization, preventative maintenance, and automation initiatives.
• Oversee engineering activities across R&D and Low Volume Manufacturing environments, ensuring high‑quality project execution.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading engineering or manufacturing operations teams.
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate objectives into actionable goals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, supplier relationships, and cross‑functional collaborations.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work at a world‑leading nanotechnology research centre.
• Dynamic, innovative environment where engineering excellence drives breakthrough technologies.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.