DDP - Technical Configuration Management (TCM)

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

7d • $108,000 - $148,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Configuration Management (TCM) function ensures the accuracy, consistency, and traceability of product configurations across the business unit. TCM professionals serve as liaisons between Sales and Account Teams and internal stakeholders within the DDP Business Unit, support customer-facing configuration interactions, manage configuration documentation, coordinate cross-functional reviews, and maintain configuration integrity throughout the customer order lifecycle.

This business-critical role supports efficient product delivery, optimization of customer order hardware and software content, and business growth through configuration excellence. It requires strong attention to detail and the ability to handle significant operational demands, time-sensitive deliverables, pressure, and shifting priorities. The position is based in Austin, Texas, with travel of 10% and relocation eligibility.

Requirements

• Proficiency in configuration management tools and processes, including Product Architecture, BOM management, Engineering changes, and Configuration Accuracy discussions.
• Ability to work across Product Line Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, and Sales to align configuration requirements and resolve related issues.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage shifting priorities.
• Cross-regional collaboration experience and experience in matrix organizations.
• Experience in customer-facing roles or account support, with the ability to translate customer requirements into actionable configuration plans.
• Demonstrated capability in technical project management, including planning, tracking, and executing configuration milestones.
• Ability to manage complex configuration histories and ensure traceability across multiple product revisions and customer engagements.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Solid foundation in engineering (mechanical, electrical, systems, or process) and direct experience in semiconductor equipment design, manufacturing, field installation, or maintenance and support.
• More than seven years of semiconductor manufacturing or semiconductor equipment industry experience, combining technical depth and operational execution.
• Ability to understand and follow Applied Materials’ Global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with business unit operations and product line strategy, enabling alignment of configuration activities with broader business goals.
• Understanding of product lifecycle processes and sustaining engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain product configurations in alignment with customer specifications and internal standards.
• Serve as the primary interface for Sales and Account Teams for configuration requests and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Business Management, Product Line Management, and Engineering to validate and maintain accurate customer order configurations.
• Support configuration-related project activities, including planning, tracking, and providing input to execution of configuration freeze and validation.
• Participate in New Product Integration (NPI) and Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP) to ensure configuration readiness and consistency over time.
• Follow Applied Materials’ Global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate the company’s core values.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential eligibility for bonus compensation
• Potential eligibility for a stock award program
• Supportive work culture encouraging learning, development, and career growth
• Programs and support for employee health and wellbeing and personal and professional growth
• Relocation eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed