Technical Project/Program Manager

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Stock awards

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a seasoned program manager to lead complex projects in a fast-paced semiconductor environment. The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering, operations, and supply chain to deliver on time and within budget.

You will develop plans, manage risks, and drive strategies that align with business goals while interfacing with global suppliers and internal stakeholders. This full-time position offers growth within a leading global company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in program or project management, engineering, or supply chain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in semiconductor industry or with global suppliers preferred.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans and lead projects from conception to deployment.
• Contribute to project strategies, processes, and resource plans.
• Manage schedules and tasks using project management tools and reports.
• Drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives for equipment and deliverables.
• Support cross-functional design teams to achieve goals.
• Provide technical input and guidance to team members.
• Interface with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and business teams to drive supply chain projects.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Budgeting and scheduling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $110,500.00 - $152,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans and lead projects from conception and planning through implementation and deployment.
• Contribute to the development of project strategies, processes, and resource plans.
• Manage project schedules and task execution using project management tools, including status reports, tracking charts, checklists, and scheduling software.
• Drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives for equipment and deliverables supporting internal and external customers and global vendors.
• Participate in and support cross-functional design teams composed of internal, external, and matrixed resources to achieve project goals.
• Provide technical input and guidance to team members to support successful project execution.
• Interface with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and business teams to drive supply chain projects supporting the AGS business unit.
• Identify project risks and issues and develop mitigation and resolution plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, project management, engineering, or supply chain management.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Some engineering/technical background with experience in the semiconductor industry and/or supply chain management is preferred.
• Strong program management experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Preferred experience with semiconductor components including OEM components, process power systems, build-to-print parts, advanced materials, and mechanical or electrical assemblies.
• Experience working with global suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication, influence, and negotiation skills in a matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret large datasets, synthesizing insights and effectively presenting findings to senior executive leadership.

Core Competencies

• Functional Knowledge: Demonstrates depth or breadth of expertise in a specialized technical or functional discipline.
• Business Expertise: Interprets business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, or services.
• Leadership: Leads teams or projects with moderate complexity, risk, and resource requirements.

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No
• The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members.
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
• For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.