Senior Technical Curriculum Development Lead (Semiconductor Manufacturing)

Veeco Instruments Inc.
San Jose, CA, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$113,000.0 - $144,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Learning Management Systems Programming Tools Digital Content Microsoft PowerPoint Systems Architecture

Job description

Veeco is expanding the capability of its manufacturing workforce as semiconductor systems become morecomplexand training requirements continue to grow. In this role, you will build and scale technical learning programs that enable employees to perform safely, consistently, and confidently across manufacturing, systems, and product environments. You will partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations subject matter experts to translate technicalexpertiseinto structured learning experiences that accelerateproficiencyand support career growth. Your work will shape the foundation of Veeco’s technical training strategy, from new-hire onboarding through advanced role-based development., * Lead end-to-end curriculum development initiatives, including training needs assessment, competency mapping, learning path design, content creation, pilot delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

  • Partner with subject matter experts to define learning objectivesand transform complex technical concepts into engaging, role-based training programs.
  • Build structured training curricula covering manufacturing processes, semiconductor equipment, system architecture, and hardware and software interactions.
  • Develop onboarding, new product introduction, cross-training, certification, and career development programs that improve workforce readiness and operational performance.
  • Establish measurable training outcomes and evaluate program effectiveness using knowledge assessments, skills validation, learner feedback, and business performance indicators.
  • Modernize legacy training content and create scalable learning assets that support instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced learning environments.
  • Maintain training documentation, learning management system content, and curriculum governance processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Education, Instructional Design, Manufacturing, ora relatedfield.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’sdegree, or 6+ years with aMaster’sdegree.
  • Experience developing technical training programs within semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, industrial equipment, or a comparable technical environment.
  • Experience designing and implementing curriculum, certification, or workforce development programs.
  • Experience delivering instructor-led technical training to manufacturing, engineering, or field service audiences.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Skilled in curriculum architecture, learning path design, and competency-based training program development.
  • Expertiseapplying instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM, or comparable frameworks.
  • Ability to conduct training needs analyses and identifycapability gaps that affect business performance.
  • Skilled at translating complex engineering and manufacturing concepts into clear, actionable learning experiences.
  • Experience establishingtraining effectiveness measures using Kirkpatrick or comparable evaluation approaches.
  • Ability to build credibility and influence across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and quality organizations.
  • Proficiencywith Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, learning management systems, and digital content development tools.

Benefits & conditions

The expected salary range for this position is $113,000 - $144,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Life and Accident Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Identity Theft Remediation
  • Emergency Travel Assistance

About the company

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

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