Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$96,000.00 - $132,000.00Location:
Austin,TXYou’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.
Join Our Team: New Product Transition Project/Program Manager (NPT PM)
What You’ll Do
As the NPT PM, you will be responsible for the end-to-end success of product launch initiatives within manufacturing. You’ll lead complex programs, aligning teams across engineering, supply chain, and operations to bring cutting-edge products to maturity.
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Own the Program: Drive the success of new product transitions within scope, budget, and schedule—as defined by the Business Unit (BU) and PDP process.
• Lead Cross-Functional Teams: Coordinate efforts across NPI/NPT Engineers, Materials PMs, DFX, Manufacturing, Supplier Engineering, and the BU.
• Pilot Execution: Oversee early manufacturing builds to drive learning and meet pilot milestones.
• Problem-Solve at Scale: Resolve operational challenges between the BU, NPI teams, and Volume Manufacturing.
• Drive Commercialization Strategy: Partner with Product Management and Engineering to improve designs and manufacturability.
• Mitigate Risk: Analyze product readiness and proactively address risks to ensure smooth production ramp.
• Engage Leadership: Deliver high-level presentations and strategic updates to senior stakeholders.
• Own the Details: Define project scopes, develop schedules, plan resources, and track budgets and deliverables.
• Facilitate Operational Excellence: Lead initiatives to streamline processes and elevate cross-team collaboration.
• Coordinate Execution: Organize and lead meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through across teams.
What You Bring
We’re looking for a strong communicator, team leader, and problem-solver with a solid foundation in manufacturing and program management.
Required Qualifications:
• Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, product lifecycle, and change management processes.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and persuasively across engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
• Strong leadership in matrixed environments with the ability to manage complexity, priorities, and stakeholder expectations.
• Experience managing technical programs with measurable business impact.
• Excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to risk and issue management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering or equivalent).
Preferred Skills:
• Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience.
• PMP or Scrum certification.
• Experience with SAP.
• Background in the semiconductor industry is a plus.
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoThe 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.
Skills Required
- Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, product lifecycle, and change management processes
- Clear and persuasive communication across engineering, operations, and executive leadership
- Leadership experience in matrixed environments managing complexity, priorities, and stakeholder expectations
- Experience managing technical programs with measurable business impact
- Strong analytical skills and proactive risk and issue management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as engineering, or equivalent
- Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience
- PMP or Scrum certification
- Experience with SAP
- Background in the semiconductor industry
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
What We Do
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 enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
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