Automation Project Lead – Engineering Coordination

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a Technical Project/Program Manager to plan and execute automation technology projects within the Automation Technology Group. You will coordinate engineering activities, track progress, and help deliver automation solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.

The role collaborates with software, controls, hardware, and systems engineers; manages requirements, tracks deliverables, and communicates with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Few years of experience in engineering, automation, systems integration, or technical coordination.
• Basic understanding of automation systems, software development concepts, or equipment integration.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; comfortable working with cross‑functional teams.
• Eagerness to learn project management practices and grow into a larger leadership role.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer or project support.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating automation development projects, including schedules, tasks, and documentation.
• Work closely with software, controls, hardware, and systems engineers to gather requirements and track deliverables.
• Support communication between engineering teams and stakeholders; help document customer needs and feedback.
• Monitor project progress, update project trackers, and escalation risks or delays to senior PMs.
• Participate in system integration activities, including testing, installation support, and issue tracking.
• Prepare project reports, meeting notes, and status updates for internal reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying areas to streamline processes and workflows.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn PM practices

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field

Job description

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a Technical Project/Program Manager to plan and execute automation technology projects within the Automation Technology Group. You will coordinate engineering activities, track progress, and help deliver automation solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.

The role collaborates with software, controls, hardware, and systems engineers; manages requirements, tracks deliverables, and communicates with stakeholders.