NPI/Refurb Project Manager

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

1d•$116,000 - $159,500

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in refurbishment operations, capital equipment programs, NPI execution, and project management within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve refurbishment processes, NPI execution, cost control, and delivery performance.
May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and complexity, including cross‑functional refurbishment and NPI efforts.
Leads others to solve complex technical and programmatic problems; uses sophisticated analytical judgment to identify innovative and practical solutions.
Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project, and service objectives; work is guided by functional policies, business priorities, and program goals.
Communicates complex and difficult concepts effectively and negotiates with stakeholders to influence decisions and align on project direction.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with DDP products
Prior experience managing New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
Prior experience as a Refurbishment Specialist or in refurbishment operations
Experience supporting capital equipment or complex electromechanical systems

Responsibilities

Prepares project plans and drives projects from conception and planning through implementation, with a focus on refurbishment programs and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. Participates in the development of project strategies, refurbishment processes, and resource plans supporting both legacy and new product flows.
Manages project schedules and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklists, and project scheduling software. Ensures alignment across refurbishment, NPI, and sustaining engineering timelines.
Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on‑time and within‑budget performance objectives for refurbishment and NPI projects. Initiates and manages purchase requisitions and purchase orders supporting refurbishment builds, cleaning services, tooling, and NPI readiness.
Coordinates and drives refurbishment execution activities, including: Decontamination and teardown of used chambers Identification of components requiring cleaning, refurbishment, or replacement Coordination with internal teams and external vendors for part cleaning and services Tracking of used, refurbished, and scrap material within the warehouse
Ensures refurbishment Bills of Material (BOMs) are accurate and maintained, and that OMS build instructions and routings are updated to reflect current refurbishment and NPI requirements.
Drives cost and schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide, with accountability for refurbishment cost control, NPI readiness, and schedule adherence.
Participates on multifunctional design teams comprised of internal, external, and/or matrixed headcount to complete refurbishment and NPI projects. Provides technical input to team members to support design for refurb, manufacturability, and serviceability.
Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide regular status updates, and prepare refurbishment and NPI programs for release and deployment.
Provides engineering and business process expertise to teams and stakeholders on standard programs, refurbishment flows, and NPI execution issues.
Identifies and resolves potential complications within refurbishment and NPI projects and develops corrective actions and mitigation plans to ensure successful execution.
Ensures financial tracking and reporting is maintained for each refurbishment and NPI project, including material, labor, and external service costs, in partnership with finance.