Technical Project/Program Manager

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$110,500.00 - $152,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a cross-functional interface between Engineering, Operations, Marketing and Service Business Units. Builds alignment across engineering, product, design and business.
• Act as interface between Engineering and Field Service Operations, track customer's requests and Beta qualifications.
• Coordinate activities within AGS Operations: Planning, Purchasing and Engineering, and external suppliers to ensure no risk to customers.
• Responsible for Business Process improvements, including maintaining matrix for process improvements and implementation of changes
• Prepare and execute on project plan and define program objectives, including planning to implementation, to meet project timelines, deliverables and stay within budget
• Run cross-functional program reviews; including creating dashboards and data visualization to present status and results
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify issues, then remove obstacles and assist in implementing solutions for a positive outcome

Functional Knowledge

• Knowledge on Electro-Mechanical and Software engineering fundamentals.
• Release engineering process documents.
• Translation of business requirements into technical specs.
• Data & Analytics.
• Technical writing (design documentation, specs, program updates)

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of company best practices and how own function integrates with other roles; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

•  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex or sensitive information in a straightforward manner; works to build consensus
• Strong communication and presentation skills and emotional intelligence

Required Education and/or Certifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or similar).
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma/ Lean Manufacturing, preferred
• Program Management certified (nice to have)
• MS Office suite: Intermediate knowledge of Excel VBA, Access database, Project (nice to have)
• Experience with Smartsheet project management and dashboard creation (nice to have)
• Experience with Tableau reporting and dashboard creation (nice to have)

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.