Section Manager - Process Development (SM1)

Texas Instruments · United States

Why Texas Instruments

At Texas Instruments, we design and manufacture semiconductors that power electronics across the world. Our 300mm manufacturing facilities represent some of the most advanced wafer fabrication environments in the industry. We invest in our people, our technology, and our manufacturing capabilities and we are looking for leaders who want to make a meaningful impact at scale.

About the Role

Texas Instruments is seeking a technically strong and highly motivated Section Manager - Process Development to lead a cross-functional team of experienced process engineers developing TI's most advanced analog semiconductor technologies. In this leadership role, you will drive innovative process development across all process modules, manage concurrent technology programs, and deliver solutions that push the boundaries of analog technology performance.

This is a high-visibility position requiring both deep technical expertise and strong people leadership. You will partner closely with integration, device, design, and manufacturing teams to define and execute process development strategies delivering results on aggressive timelines in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

What You'll Do

Team Leadership & Organization Management

Lead, develop, and grow a cross-functional team of experienced process engineers spanning all major process modules
Drive workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and talent development within the section
Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Advanced Process Development

Lead process development and optimization across all process modules including Photolithography, CVD, PVD, Diffusion, Plasma Etch, CMP, and other relevant unit processes
Define and execute process integration strategies for TI's most advanced analog technology nodes
Drive innovative process solutions that meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements
Own technical problem-solving and root cause resolution for complex, cross-module process challenges

Program Execution & Timeline Management

Enable multiple concurrent technology development programs, balancing resources and priorities to meet aggressive milestones
Support program schedules, clearly communicating status, risks, and mitigation plans to site and executive leadership
Drive cross-functional execution across process engineering, integration, device engineering, equipment, and operations teams to ensure on-time technology delivery
Develop scalable engineering workflows and operational frameworks that improve program velocity and team effectiveness

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Executive Engagement

Partner with integration, yield, device, and operations teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process readiness
Provide regular program updates, technology development status, and risk assessments to site leadership
Represent the section in cross-site and corporate-level technology forums, benchmarking activities, and best-practice sharing initiatives

Why TI?

Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI
Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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