Technical Program Manager IV

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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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. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

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. Learn more about our benefits.

We are looking for a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Program Manager to lead the development of a new product in Epi Business Unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Strong technical capability with program management skills.
• 7+ years of program management experience, preferably within technical product development in the semiconductor capital equipment environment
• In-depth understanding of product development processes.
• Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or services.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a complex matrix environment to meet program requirements and timelines.
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; able to lead others to solve complex problems and identify innovative solutions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; able to communicate difficult concepts and influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, milestone planning, and timeline enforcement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Epi, CVD or Etch tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project plans and drive projects from conception/planning through commercialization; contribute to strategies, processes, and resourcing.
• Manage project schedule and task details using project management tools (reports, tracking charts, checklists, and scheduling software).
• Coordinate cross-division resources to achieve on-time, within-budget performance; initiate/manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Drive cost and schedule performance of equipment for internal/external customers and vendors worldwide.
• Participate on multifunctional design teams (internal/external/matrixed); provide technical input to achieve project goals.
• Interface across divisions to define objectives, provide status updates, and prepare for release/deployment.
• Provide engineering and business process expertise on standard programs/issues.
• Identify and resolve project complications; develop solutions and drive closure.
• Identify the critical path; drive early risk mitigation during program development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees