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Senior Manager Manufacturing Innovation

Atlas Copco Group -
Burgess Hill

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Job details

Qualifications

Engineering
English
Master's degree
Change management
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Leadership

Full job description

Your role

As the Senior Manager Innovation you will drive the evolution of VSC manufacturing by turning innovative ideas into scalable global solutions that shape the “Factory of the Future” – radical solutions are being developed that maximise capabilities in Divisional operations. The role enables our teams to adopt new technologies through structured processes, knowledge sharing, and disciplined change management. By fostering a culture of experimentation, learning, and collaboration, you will empower the decentralised organisation while maintaining standardization through best practices. You will ensure innovation delivers measurable operational, technical, and business impact across the global factory network. You will report to the Head of Operational Excellence in the Vacuum Chamber Solutions Division.

Location:

Germany, UK, Korea, Japan, China

The Division

The Semiconductor Chamber Solutions divison is part of the Vacuum Technique business Area of Atlas Copco and was established in 2020 to focus on products that operate directly on the process chambers within the clean room of Semiconductor Fabs. The majority of our equipment is sold directly to the tool manufacturers (OEM business driven) and we currently have four main product areas: STP turbomolecular pumps, CTI cryogenic pumps, Polycold chillers and our recently acquired Presys Valves. Our headquarters is in Burgess Hill in the UK but we are a truly global division with our operations currently across the US, Mexico, Japan, Korea and China and sales centres around the world. Our mission is to be the leading innovation, productivity and sustainability partner to the semiconductor industries, by investing in people and technologies for a better future.

Responsibilities

Including but not limited to the following;

Own the Global Manufacturing Innovation Strategy, define and execute an innovation roadmap across machining, assembly, automation, and digitalisation.
Drive technology innovation across core domains and lead advancement and industrialisation of:
- Machining technologies (predominantly turning, millturn, high speed milling) to enhance stability, capability, and productivity
- Automation and assembly solutions (robotics, flexible assembly systems, advanced material flow) to enable flexible, scalable, and efficient operations
- Digital manufacturing (MES, IIoT, data analytics, AI, digital twins) to support data-driven, future-ready production environments
Identify and prioritise manufacturing technology initiatives based on business impact and scalability, ensuring alignment with overall strategy, capacity planning, and long-term investment priorities.
Manage and develop a global team of subject matter experts and project resources. Establish clear structures, roles, and governance to ensure effective delivery, strong collaboration across functions, and alignment with organisational culture and performance expectations.
Own end-to-end innovation delivery & deployment by establishing and governing a structured innovation process from ideation through industrialisation and global rollout. Lead cross-site projects, ensuring technical feasibility, financial robustness, and successful transfer into serial production with full adoption across factories.
Drive technology scouting & strategic partnerships by identifying and evaluating emerging technologies and partners. Build and manage collaborations with suppliers, universities, and industry networks to accelerate innovation and maintain technological leadership.
Develop and govern global standards for manufacturing technologies, processes, and systems. Capture and scale best practices across sites, ensuring consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
Establish a global innovation knowledge base and drive capability development in advanced manufacturing technologies. Foster a culture of learning and innovation, supporting teams through coaching, change management, and hands-on implementation.

To succeed, you will

Have a Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering or relevant discipline or equivalent working experience.
Have experience in leading, developing and managing a team of technology specialists.
Have excellent verbal and written English

We are also looking for the successful candidate to have:

Proven track record in delivering complex manufacturing programs with particular experience in manufacturing transformation, projects of continuous improvement character or equivalent
High commercial and technical experience
Dynamic with strong hands-on mentality and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse cultural and organisational environments, with experience leading and influencing global teams

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Its advantageous if you

Have a Masters Degree in relevant field or equivalent.
Have a background in the semiconductor industry or a relevant market.

In return, we offer

Culture of trust and accountability
Lifelong learning and career growth
Innovation powered by people
Comprehensive compensation and benefits
Health and well-being

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Melanie Maria Guttridge

Company: Atlas Copco Group

Functional area:

Manufacturing

Location:

United Kingdom

City:

Burgess Hill, Cologne, Yachiyo, Seoul, Qingdao

On-site/remote:

Hybrid

Brand:

Edwards

Company Name:

Edwards Ltd

Date of Posting:

June 2, 2026

Last day to apply:

June 12, 2026

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