Job title: Senior Director of High Power – High Power Industrial Sector
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Functional Expertise: Hardware Engineering
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Dortmund, NRW
Job published: 28-02-2025
Job ID: 33073
Contact name: Stuart Bennett
Contact email: stuart.bennett@ampererecruitment.co.uk

Job Description

Senior Director of High Power – High Power Industrial Sector

We are seeking a Senior Director of High Power to lead our client High Power Industrial operations. This is a strategic leadership role, responsible for defining and driving business growth, product innovation, and market expansion within the high-power semiconductor sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Define and execute business and product strategies, including market identification, product specifications, development, and after-sales support.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead teams across Marketing, System Engineering, and Product Development to deliver strategic objectives and align with company goals.
  • Revenue & Profitability: Own gross margin optimization, pricing strategies, and business case development to ensure competitive positioning.
  • Product & Market Development: Develop and implement a long-term strategic roadmap for industrial high-power products, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Build and strengthen relationships with module manufacturers, distributors, and key customers to enhance market presence and sales growth.
  • Business Expansion: Identify and drive opportunities in new and existing customer segments, leveraging both legacy products and cutting-edge innovations.
  • Customer Satisfaction & Support: Oversee after-sales support to maintain strong customer relationships and ensure long-term business success.
  • Resource & Budget Management: Manage budgets, personnel, and resources effectively to optimize team performance and meet business goals.
  • Long-Term Vision: Develop and execute a five-year strategic plan, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry trends.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

  • Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related field).
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Engineering and/or an MBA for enhanced strategic and managerial expertise.

Experience:

  • 15+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with a strong track record in:
    • Leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, business, and operations.
    • Collaborating effectively with Operations, Quality, and Project Management teams.
    • Driving business growth through a combination of technical acumen and commercial strategy.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Leadership & Management:

  • Proven ability to lead large, multi-functional teams and drive organizational success.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across employees, stakeholders, and customers.

Technical & Business Expertise:

  • Deep knowledge of Power Semiconductors and High Power Applications.
  • Strong background in sales and marketing strategies to drive sustainable revenue growth.
  • Advanced project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Soft Skills:

  • Results-driven mindset, with a strategic and analytical approach to business challenges.
  • Strong conflict resolution and time management skills.
  • Adaptability and teamwork, thriving in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

This is a high-impact role for an experienced leader passionate about driving innovation, market growth, and operational excellence in the high-power semiconductor industry.

📩 Apply now to be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of high-power industrial solutions.