Simon Ruffell

Background

About Simon Ruffell

Having worked as a technical leader in the technology sector, I have developed deep technical expertise, people management, project planning, and communication skills. My corporate experience comes from time in a leading semiconductor equipment manufacturer in the US and with Microsoft in Australia. I have a PhD in Physics and a Masters in Electronics Engineering.I manage interdisciplinary teams in R&D and productization environments across geographic regions. I gained commercial acumen through engaging with leading edge semiconductor manufacturers on both hardware and process projects. Core to my successes has been building and mentoring great teams and effectively engaging with stakeholders.I demonstrate adaptability to thriving in new technologies using my flexible approach and ability to learn quickly. I believe in continually asking the key questions and seeking clarity to ensure a good plan is executed with total team alignment.Specialties and key words:• Technical leadership• Team builder and mentor• Innovator• Deep technical knowledge• Engineering management• Stakeholder alignment and negotiation• New product introduction• Budget management• Project management• Technology scale-up• Semiconductor R&D and manufacturing