Technical Project Manager

The role

The Technical Project Manager drives end-to-end execution of complex process development and manufacturing readiness programs. This role works across photonics, advanced packaging, optical module assembly, and external manufacturing partners.

What you will do

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective end to end process FMEA, Design for MFG and controllability
• Manage overall schedule on process development, DOE, qualification, pilot run and release to HVM
• Work with respective process engineers on specific process requirements, delivery and performance
• Work with OSAT QA to ensure the site and process meet quality and reliability requirements

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 8+ years of hands-on process engineering experience in semiconductor packaging, optoelectronics, optical transceiver/module assembly, microelectronics, SMT, or precision automation manufacturing
• Strong technical depth in one or more core assembly processes, including die attach/die bond, wire bond, active optical alignment, optical module assembly, dispensing, curing, bonding, or end-to-end l
• Proven experience owning process development from concept through qualification, pilot build, production release, and sustained high-volume manufacturing ramp
• Solid understanding of process FMEA, DFM/DFx, control plans, change control, MRB, process audits, and quality/reliability requirements in a manufacturing or OSAT environment
• Strong working knowledge of DOE, SPC, Cpk/process capability, yield analysis, defect Pareto, root-cause failure analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D or DMAIC
• Experience defining process windows, equipment requirements, recipes, SOPs, work instructions, qualification plans, and production control strategies
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical discussions, drive alignment across stakeholders, and make data-driven decisions under schedule and ramp-up pressure
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced startup or scale-up environment
• Excellent communication skills

Nice to have

• advanced degree is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Work with a world-class team solving cutting-edge challenges
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

About the company

Lumilens is building photonics infrastructure for AI supercomputing, including chip-to-chip optical interconnects and scalable photonic engines. It is a well-funded startup backed by Mayfield.