Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Polysilicon

Company Background

We are representing our overseas client; a fortune 500 company and the largest private sector corporation in India in the search for a Plant Operations Manager Polysilicon

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive the technology roadmap for the Polysilicon business to deliver world-class cost and quality outcomes in solar-grade, semiconductor-grade polysilicon, and specialty gases
• Lead development of technologies such as Float Zone, FBR processes, and debottlenecking solutions
• Translate R&D outcomes into scalable, commercially viable technologies with the engineering team
• Collaborate with the manufacturing and CES teams to improve yield, lower mg-Si and electricity consumption, and maximize uptime
• Support development and production of specialty gases like MCS, DCS, and HCDS for semiconductor applications
• Ensure innovation, engineering integration, and process excellence to position the unit among global leaders in the sector
• Build and mentor a high-caliber tech team across locations
• Forge partnerships with global technology institutions, suppliers, and start-ups for co-development and innovation sourcing

Job Requirements:

• PhD / Masters in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related discipline from reputed institutes
• Min 20+ years of experience in polysilicon / semiconductor / specialty gas industries
• Proven leadership in developing and scaling technologies from pilot to commercial scale
• Strong interface experience with operations, engineering, and R&D teams
• Deep knowledge of Siemens, FBR, or advanced polysilicon processes
• Expertise in energy and raw material optimization
• Strong business orientation with cost awareness
• High-level project management and leadership skills

Job info:

• Contract employment (Renewable)
• Working hours : 9 hours
• Must be willing to be based in India

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email your updated resume to siti(at)talentrecruit.com.my.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.