Job Description
Director, Engineering Project Management MKS Inc. - 3.6 Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time $230,000 - $275,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Adoption assistance Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication Stakeholder management Full Job Description We are seeking a Director, Engineering Project Management for our Systems Business in Irvine, CA to lead the strategy, structure, staffing, governance, and execution of cross-functional initiatives—including the Product Development Process (PDP) and Quality Improvement—within MKS' matrixed organization. This role partners closely with senior leadership, internal and external stakeholders, and customers to deliver business-critical outcomes while strengthening project management capabilities and driving continuous improvement across the organization. You will make an impact by: Lead and develop a high-performing Project Management organization by fostering a strong culture, building talent, and coaching teams to perform at their best. Drive execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and consistent delivery against scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets. Scale and enhance the Product Development Process (PDP) through clear standards, governance, and best practices that enable efficient, repeatable execution across global teams. Implement project management tools, methodologies, and operating rhythms that improve planning, visibility, and decision-making. Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams; both in Irvine and across global MKS locations to align on priorities and objectives. Lead customer-facing execution by proactively managing risk and driving successful outcomes for complex initiatives.
Skills You Bring:
Education & Technical Foundation:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field required; advanced technical degree preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered. Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus. Executive Leadership & Organizational Impact:
Proven high-level leadership delivering results through teams; ability to build and develop talent, influence across a matrixed organization, and partner effectively with senior leaders to drive alignment and decisions. Experience in High-Tempo Environments:
15+ years of experience in fast-paced, technically complex environments (e.g., product development, manufacturing, or R D), with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives. Product Development & Technical Domain Experience:
Experience with product development for complex systems or capital equipment; background in optics, lasers, photonics, or related technologies is a plus. Transformation & Operational Excellence:
Proven ability to improve processes, establish scalable ways of working, and implement governance that enables consistent, efficient execution. Execution, Influence & Customer Engagement:
Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to align stakeholders, lead global teams, manage risk, and engage directly with customers. Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (