Walter Pietsch

Background

About Walter Pietsch

International scientist and business professional with worldwide, senior management assignments• Scientific background of high resolution laser spectroscopy, plasma physics, materials science, high purity and micro-contamination• Extensive track record in the semiconductor industry and capital equipment business (25+ years)• Understanding the semiconductor market, its behavior, trends and drivers - locally and globally• Led product management, program management, and product marketing• Strong business development experience• Entrepreneurial spirit, highly self-motivated, strong perseverance • Successful completion of global projects in time and within budget• Solid analytical, relationship building and organizational skills• Strong communication and professional presentation• Effectively applying my skills and experience in any organization and company culture• Detailed knowledge of Asian / Far East business culture (primarily Japan)• Familiar with many nationalities through first hand international travel and working abroad (4 years Japan, 4 years France, 12 years Switzerland)• In-market experience: APAC, EMEA, Americas• Living and working in the USA since 2012 (Greencard holder since 05/2013)• Globalized polyglot, thinking in holistic terms and dimensions• Customer focused and team oriented• Grit to succeed• Proactive and results focused• Committed with a strong belief in "doing the right thing"• Passionate about "Best in Class"• Looking for the next technology inflection point• Willing to relocate (worldwide)Specialties: High Purity & Cleanliness / Micro Contamination / Metrology/ Broad understanding of Semiconductor industry / Semiconductor equipment manufacturing / Vacuum systems design and components, upstream & downstream / Thin film process development / CIP and Lean manufacturing / Cycle time reduction / Strategic marketing / Corporate design and Identity / Cost reduction program / Value Engineering / Supplier Evaluation and Quality Audits / Customer Business Services / Hands-on scientific background in semiconductor physics and process development