NPT PM - New Product Transition Project/Program Manager (E3 Senior)

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 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. As the NPT PM, you will be responsible for the end-to-end success of product launch initiatives within manufacturing. You’ll lead complex programs, aligning teams across engineering, supply chain, and operations to bring cutting-edge products to maturity.

Requirements

Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, product lifecycle, and change management processes.
Proven ability to communicate clearly and persuasively across engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
Strong leadership in matrixed environments with the ability to manage complexity, priorities, and stakeholder expectations.
Experience managing technical programs with measurable business impact.
Excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to risk and issue management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience.
PMP or Scrum certification.
Experience with SAP.
Background in the semiconductor industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own the Program: Drive the success of new product transitions within scope, budget, and schedule—as defined by the Business Unit (BU) and PDP process.
Lead Cross-Functional Teams: Coordinate efforts across NPI/NPT Engineers, Materials PMs, DFX, Manufacturing, Supplier Engineering, and the BU.
Pilot Execution: Oversee early manufacturing builds to drive learning and meet pilot milestones.
Problem-Solve at Scale: Resolve operational challenges between the BU, NPI teams, and Volume Manufacturing.
Drive Commercialization Strategy: Partner with Product Management and Engineering to improve designs and manufacturability.
Mitigate Risk: Analyze product readiness and proactively address risks to ensure smooth production ramp.
Engage Leadership: Deliver high-level presentations and strategic updates to senior stakeholders.
Own the Details: Define project scopes, develop schedules, plan resources, and track budgets and deliverables.
Facilitate Operational Excellence: Lead initiatives to streamline processes and elevate cross-team collaboration.
Coordinate Execution: Organize and lead meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through across teams.