Technical Project Manager

SEMI; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

SEMI Milpitas is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead technical and supply‑chain projects that become SEMI Standards. You will coordinate global industry groups, architect standardization frameworks, and drive initiatives through consensus.

The role partners with volunteers, staff, and regional offices to grow SEMI Standards presence. You will present updates, draft standards documentation, and support marketing activities while ensuring programs meet SEMI’s charter and budget.

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in business or engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of program/project management experience is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and drive consensus across diverse groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Experience in standards development or semiconductor/trade association environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical and supply chain projects from concept to SEMI Standards.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and task forces to reach consensus.
• Provide technical writing support for standards documentation.
• Report updates to SEMI business units and committees.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote SEMI Standards initiatives.
• Ensure projects stay on budget and schedule.

Skills

Engineering mindset

Organizational savvy

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-directed

Verbal/written/presentation skills

Time management

Meeting facilitation

Event coordination and social media

Permanent drive and accountability

Education

B.S./B.A. in business or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Description

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Location: Milpitas, CA

Department: Standards

Salary Range: $118,200- $147,000 per year

This position is open to candidates residing in U.S. states where the organization is currently authorized to employ individuals. Eligible work locations will be confirmed during the hiring process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and maintain ongoing work authorization throughout employment without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

INTRODUCTION OF SEMI

Although we’re small, we’re mighty and influence and impact society at large positively. At SEMI, we offer opportunities to connect and interact with world leaders, industry legends, and rising stars. We help our members develop public and private policies to strengthen global supply chains and promote business growth and prosperity. Learn and grow professionally through career opportunities such as rotational assignments. Contribute by influencing and impacting an industry that is the foundation for innovation and positive change in areas like environmental sustainability, thought leadership, and workforce development. We take pride in offering work-life balance so you can live your personal and professional life to the fullest.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply

THE ROLE

The Technical Project Manager position is responsible for managing technical and supply-chain projects that are ultimately developed into global industry standards. Standards are voluntary technical agreements between suppliers and customers, aimed at improving product quality and reliability at a reasonable price and steady supply. Standards ensure compatibility and inter-operability of goods and services.

The position has the responsibility for facilitating various SEMI technology industry groups in identifying critical standardization areas, architecting the standardization framework, and then driving these initiatives successfully through a consensus-based process. This role will work in collaboration with global, cross-functional team members to drive these SEMI technology initiatives, grow membership base and deepen SEMI Standards presence in the microelectronics and adjacent industries.

This is a highly visible, customer-facing position that requires strong communication and presentation skills. The role must provide public presentations, information, and articles pertaining to SEMI Standards and other SEMI technology initiatives. The position must ensure that programs and initiatives meet SEMI’s charter and can be provided within the existing budget. Responsibilities also include collaboration with SEMI internal marketing in determining the right methods and activities for marketing of SEMI Standards initiatives.

This is a full-time, exempt position and reports to the Director of Standards at SEMI Milpitas Office.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive technical and supply chain projects for development into SEMI Standards

• Coordinate and manage standards development projects originating from SEMI industry groups, technology communities, and related initiatives.
• Support SEMI Technology Coalitions in developing industry frameworks and best practices that can be translated into SEMI Standards requirements, guidelines, and related deliverables.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, workshops, and working sessions to drive consensus and advance technical objectives.
• Capture key decisions and outcomes, track action items, and coordinate follow-up activities.
• Recruit and engage project champions, contributors, and subject matter experts to build broad industry participation and support project objectives.
• Work with a matrixed team of industry volunteers and staff to ensure projects and deliverables are completed on time and on budget.
• Foster alignment and collaboration with industry associations, standards organizations, and other stakeholders whose activities support shared objectives.

Raise visibility of SEMI Standards Initiatives and Grow SEMI Standards branding

• Promote and raise industry awareness of SEMI Standards initiatives through technical workshops, white papers, web articles, newsletters, speaking engagements, webinars, social media, and other SEMI marketing channels.

Build and strengthen connections with critical stakeholders

• Provide regular updates of ongoing projects to various SEMI business units including regional offices
• Present on status and updates to related SEMI Standards Program committees and task forces

Champion SEMI Standards Development

• Provide technical writing support in drafting standards documentation
• Facilitate the transition of completed projects to formal SEMI Standards development
• Assist in appointing leadership
• Provide guidance on the Standards development process
• Assist activity initialization steps such as task force formation and new activity statement of work (SOW)
• Promote Usage of SEMI Standards
• With subject matter experts, develop Standards training and e-learning courses
• Support conformity assessment efforts related to SEMI Standards by engaging SEMI Technology Coalitions and industry expert networks.
• Assist in the Standards publication process to speed up time to market

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• SEMI being sought to drive standards engineering projects, not only in the current industries it serves but also in emerging technology & application spaces.
• More companies join SEMI (and existing members renew their membership) to engage in these Standards initiatives.
• SEMI grows its Standards portfolio, providing the industries we serve valuable, high-impact standards leading to increased sales and revenue.
• SEMI Standards brand is recognized in non-established markets as well as in future SEMI growth areas.

CRITICAL SKILLS

• Engineering mindset with the ability to drive technical projects from concept through execution.
• Strong organizational savvy; able to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and create alignment across functions.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and with business, technology, government, and academic stakeholders.
• Self-directed, proactive, and adaptable; able to take direction and execute independently.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Effective project and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong meeting facilitation and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Event coordination and social media marketing capabilities.
• Persistent, focused, and low-ego approach to achieving results.

KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERIENCE

• B.S./B.A. in business or engineering
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry and/or trade association industry is required
• 2-3 years of experience in program/project management, PMP certification preferred
• Demonstrated experience in working with culturally diverse staff and customers preferred – multilingual abilities in a language of SEMI presence (e.g., China, Korea, Taiwan) is a plus
• Hands-on experience in the development of standards (if from industry) or management of standards development (if from a trade association or professional association) is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Experience with project management software is a plus
• Expected travel < 10%

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• The ideal candidate will have program management experience with prior roles in the semiconductor industry and demonstrates working knowledge of semiconductor technology, industry players, challenges, and trends. You have an extreme customer focus mindset and has worked with international teams especially in a collaborative environment. The candidate is a process-oriented problem-solver who can manage multiple issues and projects with limited resources. You demonstrates strong inter-personal skills and embodies can-do, positive attitude.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology coalitions, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

ABOUT SEMI STANDARDS

The SEMI International Standards Program is a key service offered by SEMI for the benefit of the worldwide electronics design and manufacturing industries. Standards help the industry meet the challenges of increasing productivity, encouraging innovation, global expansion and training new workers. The program operates as a neutral forum for exchanging information between suppliers and users, which results in the production of timely and technically accurate specifications and guidelines. Companies utilizing standards can decrease manufacturing costs, increase reliability and productivity, and access global markets. Standards transcend international boundaries. More importantly, SEMI Standards development conducted on an international basis spurs the dialogue that results in joint ventures, technology licenses, and sales. Standards are not just developed by and for engineers; their use is also a management tool, often a business strategy, and consequently should be accompanied by high level support for standards-setting activities. The program, started over 50 years ago in North America, was expanded in 1985 to include programs in Europe and Japan, and now also has technical committees in China, Korea and Taiwan. Over 5,000 technologists worldwide, representing all levels of the supply chain, convene to resolve an increasing variety of process and product related issues.