Business Development Manager Electronics (Vespel)

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DuPont is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth of DuPont Vespel within the semiconductor industry. This role focuses on influencing early design specifications, building OEM relationships, and advancing application-led solutions across wafer fabrication, testing, and advanced packaging environments.

You will work closely with semiconductor equipment manufacturers (OEMs), fabs, and ecosystem partners to position Vespel as a critical, performance-enabling material in next-generation semiconductor processes.

Location: Remote (Preferred: OR, CA, AZ, TX, NY, DE) Travel: Up to 50%

• Identify and develop new applications within semiconductor equipment (e.g., Etch, Deposition, CMP, test sockets).
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of specification-driven opportunities across OEMs and fabs.
• Engage early in design cycles to influence material selection and secure specification wins.
• Translate complex process challenges (e.g., plasma exposure, chemical resistance, contamination) into high-value solutions.
• Develop strong relationships with engineering, design, and supply chain stakeholders.
• Partner with technical and cross-functional teams to validate applications and deliver customer value.
• Drive adoption through the full value chain, including OEMs, fabs, machine shops, and distribution partners.
• Position Vespel as a solution that improves yield, uptime, and total cost of ownership.

Minimum:

• 5+ years of experience in business development, technical sales, or application engineering in one or more of the following: Semiconductor equipment, Advanced materials, Precision components or engineered plastics.
• Proven ability to influence OEM specifications and drive application-based growth.
• Strong technical and commercial acumen with the ability to translate engineering challenges into business opportunities.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, or related).
• Experience working directly with semiconductor OEMs and fabs.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processes (Etch, Deposition, CMP, Testing).
• Experience navigating complex value chains, including distributors and manufacturing partners.

• Work with a market-leading, high-performance materials brand (Vespel).
• Influence next-generation semiconductor technologies.
• High-visibility role with direct impact on growth strategy.
• Collaborative, cross-functional environment at the intersection of innovation and commercialization.

• Winning new specifications with key semiconductor OEMs.
• Building a strong, qualified application pipeline.
• Converting opportunities into scalable production revenue.
• Expanding relationships across OEMs, fabs, and ecosystem partners.