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Technical Project/Program Management III - (E3)

Applied Materials
Santa Clara, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 May 2026
💰 $152,000/yr($110,500/yr$152,000/yr)

About the role

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:

$110,500.00 - $152,000.00

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

  • As Obsolescence Technical Program Manager (TPM) you will lead projects to develop solutions for critical parts that are impacted by obsolescence from OBS notification to release in high volume manufacturing 
  • You will manage cross functional teams that consist of 5-20 people in functional areas including engineering, technology, manufacturing, field support, marketing and several other areas
  • TPM is accountable for managing scope, schedule, resources and risks for the programs
  • Daily activities include driving the program meetings, accelerating the critical path, guiding the team through the product change process, executive updates, risk management and planning resources (head count, controllables and capital expense)

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of project management expertise; PMP certification is helpful
  • Familiar with semiconductor manufacturing equipment design and technology; B.S. in an engineering field is required

Business Expertise

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

Leadership

  • Leads functional teams in projects
  • Must have effective communication to articulate requirements and improve team efficiency
  • Persuades team members to meet commits and make informed decisions
  • Strong organizational and time management skills are a must to manage multiple project teams at the same time

Problem Solving

  • Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
  • Manages constraints to identify and drive critical path

Impact

  • Improves speed and quality of obsolescence solution development
  • Reduces product change disruption to internal and external customers

Interpersonal Skills

  • Clear and concise written communication
  • Approachable
  • Positive and energetic
  • Active listener
  • Persuasive
  • Responsive

TPM role at AMAT is the best role to see how all parts of the company operate and rely on each other to grow a successful business.  You can truly impact the culture and growth of Applied Materials in this role.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

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

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