Non-Technical Project/Program Manager II
About The Position
Plans, coordinates, and supports internal development projects from initiation through completion, emphasizing material readiness, supplier coordination, requisition management, technical drawings, and project execution. The role works closely with Technical Project Managers to support Display PECVD development programs by ensuring materials, hardware, documentation, and resources are available for prototype builds, engineering experiments, and laboratory activities. The position creates and manages material demand through requisitions, monitors project and laboratory budgets, and tracks material readiness against development schedules. It partners with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and suppliers to resolve issues affecting quality, cost, reliability, or schedule. The role also uses digital tools, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve project visibility, data analysis, reporting, and execution efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Experience supporting engineering development, R&D, laboratory operations, prototype builds, or new product development.
- Experience coordinating materials, hardware, procurement, and supplier deliverables in engineering or manufacturing environments.
- Experience creating requisitions, managing material demand, and tracking project or departmental budgets.
- Working knowledge of SAP for requisitions, purchase order tracking, material management, budgeting, and reporting.
- Familiarity with technical drawings, engineering documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and product development processes.
- Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity, automation, or data-analysis tools used to support project execution and reporting.
- Strong organizational, communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with Technical Project Managers, cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting semiconductor, display, capital equipment, or other complex hardware development programs.
- Experience with prototype builds, technology development, or New Product Introduction (NPI).
- Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical Built-to-Print part manufacturing methods and processes.
- Advanced SAP proficiency in requisitions, purchase orders, material planning, budgeting, and reporting.
- Experience managing development budgets and tracking expenditures.
- Familiarity with engineering change processes, BOM structures, PLM systems, and document control.
- Experience coordinating long-lead materials, supplier schedules, and hardware readiness.
- Knowledge of project management, risk management, resource planning, and project reporting tools.
- Experience applying AI-enabled tools, automation, or advanced analytics to streamline workflows, improve reporting, and support data-driven decision-making.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on material readiness, supplier coordination, and execution efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Technical Project Managers to support project objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
- Coordinate materials, hardware, technical drawings, and resources for prototype builds, engineering experiments, and system development.
- Create material demand through requisitions and monitor spending against approved project and laboratory budgets.
- Track material readiness, procurement status, supplier deliverables, and dependencies; proactively address schedule risks.
- Support laboratory operations by coordinating materials, equipment, and resources to minimize development disruptions.
- Coordinate with suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to clarify requirements and ensure timely hardware and material availability.
- Support project planning, milestone tracking, resource coordination, status reporting, and risk management.
- Analyze project, material, and financial data to support decisions, budget management, and continuous improvement.
- Apply AI-enabled tools, automation, and data analytics to streamline reporting, improve project visibility, and reduce manual administrative work.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus program and a stock award program, as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
