Applied Materials · 17 hours ago
Equipment Engineering Project/Program Manager
Santa Clara,CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $165K/yr
4+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used in semiconductor and display manufacturing. The role involves managing equipment engineering projects, ensuring timely execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed project plans for equipment engineering initiatives, ensuring timely execution from planning through implementation
Coordinate and track equipment installation, qualification, and maintenance projects, leveraging reports, dashboards, and checklists for progress monitoring
Align internal resources and cross-functional teams to achieve on-time, within-budget performance objectives for equipment-related projects
Monitor and report project cost performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions
Collaborate with process, manufacturing, and facilities teams on equipment design, upgrades, and optimization projects
Investigate and resolve equipment-related obstacles, applying root cause analysis and implementing sustainable solutions
Maintain strong technical knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including vacuum systems, robotics, and process chambers
Provide hands-on support for technical troubleshooting of equipment failures, including hardware, electrical, and control systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
4–7 years in semiconductor equipment engineering or project management
Demonstrates practical expertise in equipment engineering and project management
Basic understanding of related disciplines such as process integration, facilities, and automation
Knowledge of industry best practices for equipment reliability, uptime, and cost optimization
Awareness of competitive technologies and differentiation factors in semiconductor equipment
Acts as a resource for less experienced engineers and technicians
May lead small-scale equipment projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Solves complex equipment-related issues using structured methodologies
Applies innovative approaches to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime
Directly impacts equipment availability, process stability, and operational efficiency
Works within broad guidelines and policies to achieve project goals
Communicates technical and project information clearly
Builds consensus across engineering, operations, and vendor teams
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
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