דרושים Technical Project/program Managent Iii ב-Applied Materials ב-United States, Austin

• Communication & Influence: Inspiring teams and stakeholders through clear vision, executive presence, and persuasive leadership.
• Cultural Agility: Experience leading diverse teams and adapting strategies for global success.
• Innovation & Simplification: Driving continuous improvement through process simplification and automation.
• Program and Project Management: Ability to lead large-scale transformation using agile, lean, and PMI methodologies.
• Technology Proficiency: Expertise in deploying and leveraging platforms to accelerate digital transformation.
• Change Management: Proven capability to guide teams through organizational change and embed new ways of working.

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or relevant Master’s preferred for strategic leadership and transformation expertise.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP), Lean/Six Sigma, or change management preferred, demonstrating commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
• 10+ years of global procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations, with at least 5 years in leadership roles overseeing transformation projects.
• Proven success in business process design, project management, technology deployment, and leading digital transformation initiatives.

• Develop and maintain methods, operating sequences, and processes for the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Lead initiatives to address field non-conformances through closed-loop corrective actions that permanently resolve issues.
• Drive design improvements for DDP chambers to enhance reliability and performance.
• Manage product transitions for DDP systems into manufacturing, ensuring smooth ramp-up and adherence to quality standards.
• Optimize test and build documentation to improve efficiency and reduce errors across manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement test fixtures to support robust testing and validation of assemblies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, managing manufacturing engineering projects as needed.
• Apply Design for Excellence (DFx) principles to reduce manufacturing and product costs while improving quality.
• Determine time standards and recommend tooling and process requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for assembly or system testing issues; conduct PFMEA and provide detailed reports.
• Mentor and train junior engineers , fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of direct experience with DDP products in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and implement permanent solutions.

• Prior experience in:
  • Addressing field non-conformances with closed-loop corrective actions.
  • Design improvements for HDP chambers.
  • Transitioning CVD products into manufacturing.
  • Optimizing test/build documentation and developing test fixtures.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate technical information and build consensus across teams.

This position may require standing for extended periods, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, distinguishing colors, and working in noisy environments. Work may occur in cleanroom conditions requiring PPE such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.

Key Responsibilities

As an RVC (Reverse Value Chain) Project Manager, you will be responsible for supporting & driving projects & programs which are highly cross-collaborative in nature & are directly associated with optimizing our repair parts operational processes to drive increased repair part utilization.

These projects are intended to drive continuous improvement into our repair operations processes which touch several cross-functional stakeholders within Applied Materials global organization. You will be working directly with subject matter experts in many key areas of our organization which include: planning, engineering, supplier management, purchasing, logistics, field service, product management, internal repair, business analytics & intelligence and more.

The daily activities that you will perform are heavily project management oriented in nature and include activities such as: performing & reviewing data analytics, performing repair operation process deep dives & driving process improvements & programs, presenting and updating status & results, coordinating and attending meetings & conference calls.

To be successful in role, you will rely on your expertise in processing massive, complex information and data to generate insights and propose solutions to solve problems & directly contribute to higher repair part utilization.

Primary Skills Desired:

• Project management tools & skills (PMP certification is a bonus)
• Communications & Collaboration
• Excel, Tableau, PowerPoint
• Reverse Value Chain or Repair Operations background
• Leadership
• Program Management, Project Management
• Technical experience/skills

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by January 30, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Key Responsibilities

The primary focus of this job will be to manage projects that implement automation in DDP manufacturing that reduces cost, SLH, cycle time, and quality defects. The role is based in Austin, but will implement projects both in Austin and Singapore. Projects may be coordinated with the Automation Technology Group (ATG) and/or manufacturing groups from other BUs.

Will prepare project plan and coordinate the attainment of project deliverables from planning to implementation. Maintains project plan to detail and easily explain status, resources, and next steps.

Will drive project deliverables and task details by through the use reports, tracking charts and, checklists.

Will research causes to project obstacles and assist in implementing solutions for resolution.

Functional Knowledge

• Technical understanding of Applied Materials products and manufacturing techniques
• Project management
• Able to communicate project goals, status, and results clearly and concisely to upper management through email, slides, and presentations.

Business Expertise

• Understands Applied Materials manufacturing requirements and processes

Leadership

• Able to drive projects and get help from indirect reports
• Drive change in manufacturing

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems applying newer technologies to automate manufacturing processes

Interpersonal Skills

• Work with AGT group to get resources and support for ideas
• Work with other BUs on overlapping projects to find the best solution and avoid work duplication

• Has developed analytical skills and application of scientific methods to perform a variety of activities

• Has good understanding of how the team integrates with others

• Has no supervisory responsibilities

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods

• Impacts the quality of own work

• Uses communication skills to exchange of information

Key Responsibilities

Performs routine to moderately complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.

May test and troubleshoot system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems. May perform new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.

Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or plans to perform routine testing and troubleshooting.

Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills.

May perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.

Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept. Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.

Becomes familiar with current manufacturing and/or engineering processes and stays informed of any changes in procedures. Assists in the correction of problems.

May perform rework as a result of testing. Generates Quality Notifications.

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed analytical skills and application of scientific methods to perform a variety of activities

Business Expertise

• Has good understanding of how the team integrates with others

Leadership

• Has no supervisory responsibilities

Problem Solving

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods

Impact

• Impacts the quality of own work

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to exchange of information

Key Responsibilities

Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation. Will participate in the development of strategies, processes and resources.

Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software.

Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project. Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.

Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.

Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Role will report to MDP Manufacturing Engineering

Present to customers as required

MDP technical product knowledge and MFG processes preferred