DDP - Technical Configuration Management (TCM)

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

8d•$108,000 - $148,500

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 key liaisons between Sales / Account Teams and internal stakeholders within the DDP Business Unit, support Sales in customer-facing configuration-focused interactions, manage configuration documentation, coordinate cross-functional configuration reviews, and maintain configuration integrity throughout the customer order lifecycle. TCM helps enable efficient product delivery, optimize customer order hardware and software content, and support business growth through configuration excellence. This is a business-critical role requiring high attention to detail. Candidates must be prepared for significant operational demands and time-sensitive deliverables, work effectively under pressure, and manage shifting priorities. The position requires following Applied Materials’ Global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrating its core values. Travel is 10% of the time, and relocation is eligible.

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 configuration-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) with 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 follow Applied Materials’ Global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate its core values.

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.
Function as the primary interface for Sales / 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.
Maintain configuration documentation, coordinate cross-functional configuration reviews, and preserve configuration integrity throughout the customer order lifecycle.
Follow Applied Materials’ Global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate its core values.