Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$140,500.00 - $193,000.00
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.
We are seeking a seasoned IT Project/ Program Manager based onsite at our Santa Clara, CA campus with over 10 years of experience to lead and deliver complex software development projects, engineering design business process development and participate in digital transformation within a dynamic technology-driven environment.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering and/or computer science background, deep understanding of software product development, and a proven track record of managing global cross-functional teams in a fast-paced tech company.
Furthermore, candidate should have knowledge and good understanding in product development applications and business processes such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, CAD applications, systems engineering (MBSE), Model Based Enterprise (MBE) and Model Based Design (MBD). Familiarity with GenAI concepts, industry trends, and applications.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
10+ years of experience in program/project management within a technology company.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill
Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo
Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Engage closely with engineering and product development leadership, identifying opportunities for automation and business process solutions with positive impact to engineering productivity and design quality. Ensure effective and efficient execution of the project/ program to established guardrails of scope, timeline and budget. Track execution and compliance metrics and provide regular status and feedback to stakeholders Actively manage all aspects of project planning and execution in line with established processes and guidelines Work with line managers (Competency Center), Resource Management to staff projects and resolve staffing issues Actively manage and ensure compliance to project financial processes, reporting and escalation Conduct appropriate reviews to ensure documentation and solutions are of acceptable quality Manage project/ program risks, making sure they are identified, evaluated and addressed as per established guidelines Mentors and trains PMs. Is recognized as a subject matter expert in Project Management
Required Skills:
Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill
Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo
Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering and/or computer science.
Experience: 10-15 Years
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Functional Knowledge
Business Expertise
Leadership
Problem Solving
Impact
Interpersonal Skills
Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view
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. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
