Program Manager

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

flexible work arrangements

company bonus

maternity and paternity leave

pension plan

training support

wellness initiatives

Job summary

Automated Industrial Robotics Inc is seeking a Program Manager in Fremont, CA to oversee repeat-order programs for OEM and semiconductor customers. You will be the primary day-to-day contact, provide updates, and prepare proposals while coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and sales to ensure successful program outcomes.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, cost estimation support, and growth opportunities as the program matures toward ownership.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, or related fields.
• Experience supporting customer communications, project coordination, or proposal activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for existing customers on repeat-order programs.
• Provide project updates and maintain continuity across order cycles.
• Prepare repeat-order proposals, quotes, and change order documentation.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to support customer needs.
• Track schedules, deliverables, and program documentation.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and long-term customer growth.
• Support cost estimating, pricing consistency, and commercial discussions.
• Build expertise in sustaining engineering, margin management, and program leadership.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Project coordination

Technical communication

Proposal and change-order support

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Salary Range: $135,000.00 To $170,000.00 Annually

Overview

AIR Silicon Valley is the OEM product commercialization and semiconductor capital equipment division of AIR. As a Program Manager, you will support existing OEM and semiconductor customers by managing repeat-order business, customer communications, change orders, and proposals while building toward full program ownership.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for existing customers on repeat-order programs.
• Provide project updates and maintain continuity across order cycles.
• Prepare repeat-order proposals, quotes, and change order documentation.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to support customer needs.
• Track schedules, deliverables, and program documentation.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and long-term customer growth.
• Support cost estimating, pricing consistency, and commercial discussions.
• Build expertise in sustaining engineering, margin management, and program leadership.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, or related fields.
• Experience supporting customer communications, project coordination, or proposal activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Customer relationship management
• Project coordination and organization
• Technical communication
• Proposal and change-order support
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Time management and attention to detail

What we offer

In AIR, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional development, including flexible work arrangements, company bonus, maternity and paternity leave, pension plan, training support, and various wellness initiatives.

• flexible work arrangements
• company bonus
• maternity and paternity leave
• pension plan
• training support
• various wellness initiatives

About AIR

Established in 2023, Automated Industrial Robotics Inc from Los Angeles, USA and funded by ARES Management private equity group, AIR is a trusted automation partner empowering our customers to innovate, produce and scale through technology-enabled manufacturing. Our five-hundred-person world-class team operates across 350,000 sq ft of advanced manufacturing space in six facilities spanning America and Europe. With centralized engineering, technology and support, we deliver transformative automation solutions that increase quality, production and efficiency.