Part Transition and Repair Project Planner

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

8d•$88,000 - $121,000•Hybrid

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. 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.

Requirements

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Responsibilities

Define clear project and program objectives, including scope, outcomes, milestones, and success criteria.
Drive completion of preliminary activities such as feasibility/viability studies to ensure strong execution in later phases.
Ensure all assigned projects are delivered in alignment with product/process specifications, budget targets, resource plans, and timelines.
Monitor and control project cost, schedule, and resource utilization to meet predetermined goals.
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum and ensure timely completion.
Optimize material and financial resource utilization to maximize efficiency and ROI.
Ensure all phases of project, program, and process development are properly documented.
Facilitate cross-functional communication by reporting, disseminating, and transferring critical information as needed.
Maintain compliance with company policies on engineering documentation, lab notebooks, intellectual property, confidentiality, and safety standards.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and drive program success.
Align stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and service teams to meet project objectives.
Drive service parts availability to support installed base performance and customer uptime requirements.
Balance inventory levels to meet service-level targets while minimizing excess, aging, and obsolescence.
Collaborate with supply chain and service teams to ensure efficient planning, forecasting, and replenishment strategies.