Product Structure Engineer 4

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation is seeking a Product Options Architecture engineer to ensure BOM supports all POA options and to drive accurate configuration through MRP. You will collaborate with product, project, and design teams to implement changes and validate configurations prior to customer release.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, cross-functional communication, and experience with BOM structures, MRP, and SAP/PLM systems. A strong background in engineering change management is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or 6 years with a Master’s degree; or 3 years with a PhD; or equivalent experience.
• Ability to interact and coordinate across diverse functions and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of BOM structures and the engineering change process.
• Experience with MRP systems and Windows/Microsoft 365 tools.
• Excellent communication skills and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the BOM supports all POA options, mapping POA options to BOM items.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Project Managers, and Design Engineers to modify options and milestones.
• Review ECOs for accuracy, set effectivity dates, and implement changes in POA.
• Ensure modeling and programming align with documented requests.
• Validate BOM accuracy across configurations before customer release.
• Work with partners to correct errors, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead CIP initiatives to improve team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide training to new partners on POA processes and roles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

SAP

PLM system

MRP system

Microsoft 365

Job description

Requisition ID202405Date posted08/24/2026Work Location ModelOn-site FlexWork LocationFremont-CAWork CountryUnited StatesThe impact you’ll makeYou will be part of the Product Option Architecture (POA) team. POA is an organizational representation of current and future products and options that Lam Research sells to our customers. The Product Structure Engineering team is a component of the POA organization and is responsible for managing the connection between available options in the POA and the Bill of Material (BOM). This connection ensures the correct materials are driven through MRP to support customer‑selected configurations.What you’ll doEnsure the BOM supports all options available in the POA, requiring logical thinking to understand the relationships between POA options and BOM items.Work with cross-functional teams (CFTs), including Product Managers, Project Managers, and Design Engineers, to determine additions or changes to available options and execute plans based on established milestones.Review engineering change orders (ECOs) for accuracy, set effectivity dates, and implement changes in the POA system.Ensure accuracy of modeling and programming against documented requests.Collaborate with others to validate BOM accuracy across various configurations prior to options being released to customers.Work with business partners to correct errors, including root cause investigation and implementation of corrective actions.Initiate and participate in continuous improvement projects (CIPs) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.Provide training support to new business partners on the POA process, including roles and responsibilities.Who we’re looking forBachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or 6 years with a Master’s degree; or 3 years with a PhD; or equivalent experience.Ability to successfully interact and coordinate across diverse functions and organizational levels, including technical and non-technical teams, managers, and individual contributors.Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.Knowledge of BOM structures and the engineering change process.Experience working with MRP systems.Computer literacy, including proficiency with Windows, the Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Teams, and email.Excellent communication skills.Preferred qualificationsExperience with hardware configuration and product management.Experience working with SAP.Experience with a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.Knowledge of semiconductor capital equipment.Our commitmentWe believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.#LI-RSC1SalaryCA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $104,000.00 - $231,000.00.The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.Our Perks and BenefitsAt Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.