Tech Proj/Prg Mgmt

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

1d•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. 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

Hands-on experience in semiconductor construction, facilities readiness, and process tool installation across laboratory, technology development, and/or high-volume manufacturing environments.
In-fab operational experience as a semiconductor process tool owner, preferably across multiple module areas such as Etch, EPI, MDP, or related technologies.
Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background with broad multi-discipline facilities and installation knowledge, including layout, structural, mechanical, electrical, life safety, waste treatment, vacuum systems, point-of-use abatement, and sub-fab utility systems.
Strong understanding of the relationship between process requirements, equipment configuration, facility infrastructure, and installation execution.
Ability to read and interpret construction designs, installation packages, schematics, and facility interface documentation.
Working knowledge of construction trades, contract structures, execution methods, building codes, and union labor environments.
Expertise in Facilities & Installation design processes, data management, and structured execution governance.
Demonstrated ability to work directly with customers in high-pressure, high-visibility environments, including expectation management, issue escalation, and recovery planning.
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving, and sometimes conflicting conditions while creating structure, decision clarity, and forward execution momentum.
Ability to deliver difficult messages when necessary, paired with clear options, mitigation plans, and recommended solutions.

Nice To Haves

Functional Knowledge Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field
Business Expertise Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services
Leadership May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
Problem Solving Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
Impact Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies
Interpersonal Skills Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Responsibilities

Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation.
Will participate in the development of strategies, processes and resources.
Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software.
Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project.
Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.
Drives cost schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide.
Participates on multifunctional design teams comprised of internal, external and/or matrixed headcount to complete projects.
Provides technical input to team members to achieve project goals.
Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.
Provides engineering and business process expertise to team and other members on various standard programs / issues.
Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution.