Technical Program Manager 4

Lam Research; California, Fremont (MO, CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technical Program Manager, where you will lead cross-functional teams and drive innovative projects. This role is essential for orchestrating breakthroughs in product development while ensuring project success through meticulous planning and execution. With a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration, you'll navigate a dynamic environment, making a significant impact on the company's operations. If you have a passion for technology and a track record in program management, this is your chance to thrive in a supportive and inclusive workplace that values your contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible Work Location

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical program management or continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Semiconductor experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee optimization or creation of technical product offerings and processes.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver enhancements.
• Run Continuous Improvement projects from inception to impactful results.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Cross-functional Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

QuickBase

Office Timeline

Job description

The Group You'll Be A Part Of

The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customersupport throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, andquality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutionsfor their most critical equipment and processes.

The Impact You'll Make

As a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects - you're orchestrating breakthroughs. You'll lead cross-functional teams through successful project execution, blending your technical excellence with strategic planning to deliver new or upgraded products. Your role is vital, as you will own technical projects from initiation through delivery, using your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring schedules and budgets.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the optimization or creation of technical product offerings, processes, or programs; develop project plans, align teams, manage risk, and drive projects through release.
• Take ownership and accountability for the success of projects and cross-functional teams to ensure program schedules, performance metrics, and delivery meet business requirements on time and within budget.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand process and system requirements, and deliver enhancements based on a changing technology landscape.
• Run Continuous Improvement projects, from inception to impactful results.
• Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and report results to inform program schedules and deliverables.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process and inspire alignment.
• Deliver change management for programs that are sustainable and maintain long-term success.
• Successfully navigate multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Travel 5% (1-2 times a year) domestic / international.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; or a PhD with 3+ years of experience; or equivalent experience. (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering,)
• Semiconductorexperience a must.
• 6+ years of continuous improvement or technical program management.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating leadership and influence skills to deliver results.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in or knowledge of semiconductor fabrication, semiconductor equipment operations, or related industries is a plus.
• Knowledge of program management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures.
• Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2.
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology or certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) is a plus.
• Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies.
• Expertise with project management software and tools including MS Project, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent.
• Experience in change management methodologies is a plus.

Our Commitment

We 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.

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Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $100,000.00 -$220,000.00.

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 Benefits

At 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.