Technical Project/Program Manager IV - (E4)

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality. Our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

Inside our company, we apply the idea of Make Possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

If you’re looking for the next step in your future, consider Applied Materials. With the data explosion and new investment in semiconductors, it’s an exciting place to be.

Description 

This role focuses on all research, development & engineering aspects of within Applied Materials Metal Deposition Products (MDP) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) Service Business Unit (SBU) supporting Applied Materials' customer install base in the semi-conductor industry. This person will engage cross-functionally to drive product vitality including all new service product development and continuous improvement aspects of the business working to exceed customer and business expectations. Executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for program management of Research, Development and Engineering aspects of the MDP SBU including new service product development performance.

• Partners with business leadership and the product business to develop service product roadmaps and manage product portfolios/investments.

• Leads development and execution of innovation/technology roadmaps in support of above product roadmaps.

• Leads customer application understanding and development to facilitate new product introduction.

• Accountable for the on-time delivery, cost and quality of new products and technologies to support customer, operating plan and growth commitments of the MDP SBU.

• Leads development and execution of project management (PMP), product lifecycle processes (PLC), continuous improvement programs, ECO etc.

• Supports quality, productivity and sustaining engineering initiatives partnering with customers and operations.

• Manages technology partners and supports new product related strategic sourcing needs partnering with strategic sourcing/supply chain.

• Leads sampling field quality processes working closely with field commercial resources Builds strong teams and cross-functional engagement across multiple geographies & external partners including Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Legal etc. Communicates RD&E progress /execution to senior executives and stakeholders.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

• Higher Science/Engineering related degree (Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, Physics, Electrical, or related field). MS minimum, PhD preferred, with minimum 5+ years of relevant experience.

• Materials, Deposition, Systems experience and domain expertise

• Semiconductor applications and services experience

• Extensive new product introduction experience with a performance-based track record

• Strong program management and product lifecycle management experience

• Customer focused – Voice of Customer (VOC) domain expertise and strong customer acumen

• Positive can-do hands-on entrepreneurial attitude that builds support for RD&E needs

• Strong communication skills and interpersonal presence that extends confidence and humility

• Ability to effectively manage and deliver to multiple Key Performance Indices (KPIs).

• Critical thinking and ability to influence and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (Sales, finance, marketing, strategy, management).

• Excellent personal time management and project management skills.

Must have the following:

• Minimum of a Master's Degree; PhD preferred plus minimum 5+ years of relevant experience.

• Materials, Deposition, Systems experience and domain expertise

• Semiconductor applications and services experience

• Extensive new product introduction experience with a performance-based track record

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$140,000.00 - $192,500.00

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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.