Technical Program Manager 4

Lam Research•Tualatin, OR

About The Position

The Technical Program Manager works within Lam Research’s Pilot Operations organization, a dynamic, flexible, and innovative team that enables fast, high-quality, and competitively differentiated transitions of new products to volume manufacturing partners. The role leads complex, cross-functional initiatives that drive successful product transitions. The position applies engineering and manufacturing knowledge, program management expertise, and structured problem-solving to identify risks, develop mitigation plans, resolve issues, and meet quality and delivery expectations. It also leads executive presentations and Phase Gate Reviews, coaches and collaborates with global cross-functional teams, and applies business knowledge across operations, sales, product management, and engineering to support continuous improvement and a culture of innovation, accountability, and teamwork. Lam offers work-location models based on role needs. Hybrid models include On-site Flex, with at least three days per week onsite and remote work for the balance, or Virtual Flex, with one to two days per week onsite and remote work the rest of the time. The specific model for this role is not stated.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field with 8+ years of experience, a Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years of engineering or technical experience.
Minimum of 3 years of program or project management experience.
Experience in Product Design, Manufacturing Engineering, NPD, or NPI.
Proven leadership experience with phase-gate program management methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
Strong analytical, data interpretation, and structured problem-solving skills, including PSDM.
Proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project and Planview.
Strong knowledge of engineering principles and manufacturing operations.
Expertise in structured problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Understanding of quality standards and on-time delivery expectations.
Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
Project management certification, such as PMP.
Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives to drive successful product transitions.
Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and drive solutions.
Meet quality standards and on-time delivery expectations.
Lead executive presentations and Phase Gate Reviews.
Lead, coach, and collaborate with cross-functional global teams.
Apply business knowledge across operations, sales, product management, and engineering while driving continuous improvement.
Manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment and foster innovation, accountability, and teamwork.