Global VP Sales - Process Engineer

Tokyo Electron is a global semiconductor equipment manufacturer.

The Challenge

With a massive increase in demand for semiconductor manufacture in Europe it had become essential to hire a Process Engineer in Leuven.  The challenge was finding someone able to be based in Leuven who already had experience of using TEL Clean Track tools for process development.

The Approach

This was an exclusive, contingent piece of recruitment. Most essential was understanding the Client need and the technical experience needed.  We then conducted research into the industry, used prior knowledge and referrals to identify candidates as well as using social media (LinkedIn).

The Numbers

76 candidates were targeted with 36 candidates initially qualifying.  5 candidates were shortlisted with 4 interviewed.  The hire was made in 8 weeks.

The Outcome

After significant effort to identify and qualify candidates with the relevant experience the hire was made. The successful candidate was an experienced engineer with sound knowledge of the company’s tools. She was known to the C Level team Client who were extremely pleased with her interest and thrilled when she accepted the job.