Technical Facilities Manager
About The Position
The Technical Facilities Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of building infrastructure and critical facility systems at Applied Materials. The role oversees technical maintenance programs, vendor performance, regulatory compliance, and equipment lifecycle management, and serves as a subject-matter expert for mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life safety systems. It also supports strategic planning for long-term facility sustainability and resilience. The position oversees technical operations and maintenance, compliance and safety, facilities projects, service providers and contracts, energy management, emergency preparedness, staff guidance and training, and workplace and soft services. The role partners with workplace services teams to support smooth building operations and a high-quality employee experience. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, and includes travel 10% of the time.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in facilities engineering, technical operations, or critical infrastructure management.
- Strong technical knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, chilled water, life safety, mechanical systems, and controls.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Strong leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and decision-making abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or a related field.
- Semiconductor, industrial, R&D, or high-tech facility experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems.
- Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical facility assets.
- Troubleshoot system failures and coordinate corrective actions to maintain uptime and system reliability.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and internal facility and EHS standards, including documentation requirements.
- Oversee inspection, testing, and maintenance of Fire Life Safety Systems (FLSS).
- Maintain accurate records for audits, inspections, and system performance logs.
- Manage and support facilities projects, including equipment installation, building modifications, utility upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
- Coordinate planning, feasibility assessments, and execution of facilities service requests.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners on technical project scopes, vendor activities, and commissioning.
- Manage technical service providers, including cleanroom services, equipment maintenance vendors, and specialty contractors.
- Define and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and performance standards, and support sourcing and contract negotiations for technical services.
- Identify energy-efficiency opportunities and support sustainability initiatives.
- Evaluate equipment upgrades, system optimization strategies, and emerging technologies to reduce energy consumption.
- Maintain and update emergency response plans for critical systems.
- Oversee backup power systems, emergency generators, and redundancy planning to minimize downtime and support prompt recovery after system disturbances.
- Provide technical guidance to facility engineers, technicians, and contractors.
- Deliver training on new systems, safety standards, and operating procedures, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Oversee soft services, including janitorial, landscaping, waste services, reception, and workplace hospitality programs.
- Partner with workplace services teams to support day-to-day building operations and employee experience.
- Manage soft-services vendor performance through SLAs, KPIs, and regular oversight walks.
- Support space planning, move coordination, and workplace activations as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Potential eligibility for participation in a bonus and stock award program, as applicable.
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
- Programs and support focused on employee health, wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
