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About this Technical Program Manager New College Grad - MS/PHD Degree (Santa Clara, CA) role at Applied Materials

Applied Materials · Onsite · Santa Clara,CA

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:

$96,000.00 - $132,000.00

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

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. 
  • Drives cost schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide. 
  • Participates on multifunctional design teams comprised of internal, external and/or matrixed headcount to complete projects.  Provides technical input to team members to achieve project goals. 
  • Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment. 
  • Provides engineering and business process expertise to team and other members on various standard programs / issues. 
  • Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution. 
  • Working within a multi-disciplined team of engineers ( 10 peers), Will be expected to become a key subject matter expert on particular projects across the site. 
     

Requirements  

  • Graduating with a Master’s degree in physics, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science or related field 
  • Must be in good academic standing with a preferred GPA above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale 
  • Knowledge of automation 
  • Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions  
  • Flexible and adaptable mindset 
  • Thrive in a results-driven culture 
  • Has an appetite to grow a career in the semiconductor industry 

TECHNICAL SKILLS:  

  • Science/Engineering related degree (Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, Physics, Electrical, or related field). MS, PhD preferred. 
  • Materials, Deposition, Systems experience and domain expertise 
  • Semiconductor applications and services experience desired 
  • 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. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

New College Grad

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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 [email protected], 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.

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How this Technical Product Manager salary compares

This role pays $114,000/yrbelow the typical range for Technical Product Manager roles.

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