Automation & Manufacturing Systems Manager

Fab & Manufacturing Systems Manager QuantWare Delft, Netherlands Posted on Jun 30, 2026 About Us QuantWare is building a next-generation 200 mm (8-inch) quantum device fabrication facility ("Kilofab") and assembly facility to enable industrial-scale manufacturing of superconducting quantum processors. We are seeking a Fab Automation & Manufacturing Systems Manager to establish and lead the factory automation and manufacturing systems function. This role defines how manufacturing equipment, metrology systems, test platforms, and factory software systems are integrated to support efficient, traceable, and data-driven manufacturing operations. The role combines technical leadership, project execution, vendor management, and team development. Key Responsibilities Fab Automation & Manufacturing Systems • Define and maintain the fab automation roadmap. • Develop the overall architecture for equipment connectivity and manufacturing data collection. • Ensure manufacturing systems support traceability, production control, process monitoring, and operational reporting. • Work closely with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, IT, and Equipment Engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of automation solutions. Equipment Integration • Lead integration of process, metrology, and test equipment into the manufacturing environment. • Define equipment automation requirements during tool selection and procurement. • Establish and maintain equipment communication standards using SECS/GEM, and vendor-specific interfaces/APIs. • Ensure collection of equipment status, process data, alarms, events, and metrology/test results. Manufacturing Execution System (MES) • Support the selection, implementation, and operation of the MES platform. • Define MES workflows and business requirements. • Ensure integration between MES and manufacturing equipment. • Support implementation of lot tracking, genealogy, recipe management, dispatching, and production reporting. • Act as the primary business owner for MES within the fab. Manufacturing Data & Analytics • Define requirements for manufacturing data collection and storage (equipment, process, sensor, metrology, probe/test). • Support implementation of manufacturing databases, historians, and cloud-based data solutions with appropriate security and governance. • Work with internal teams and external partners to establish reporting and analytics capabilities. • Enable visibility into key manufacturing metrics (yield, throughput, cycle time, equipment utilization, production performance). Process Monitoring & Factory Control • Support implementation of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Fault Detection & Classification (FDC) capabilities. • Collaborate with process engineering teams to improve process monitoring and excursion management. • Ensure manufacturing data availability to support yield improvement and continuous improvement initiatives. Team & Vendor Management • Build and lead the fab automation and manufacturing systems team. • Recruit and manage key resources (Automation Engineers, MES Application Specialists, Manufacturing Systems Engineers). • Manage relationships with software suppliers, equipment vendors, and system integration partners. • Coordinate automation-related projects from specification through deployment and commissioning. Qualifications Must Have • BSc/MSc/PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Semiconductor Manufacturing, or related field. • 7+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing automation, equipment integration, or manufacturing systems. • Experience working with semiconductor equipment integration and automation. • Practical knowledge of SECS/GEM communication standards. • Experience with MES systems in a manufacturing environment (implementation support or operations). • Understanding of manufacturing data flows, traceability, and production control. • Experience managing technical projects involving multiple stakeholders and vendors. • Strong communication and leadership skills. • Experience in greenfield facility build or major fab expansion. • Experience building and leading small technical teams.