Project Manager - AI

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
147K-203K Annually
Entry level
Artificial Intelligence • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage AI project planning and execution within scope, timeline, budget, quality, compliance, and financial guardrails. Coordinate staffing with line and resource managers, track execution and compliance metrics, report status to stakeholders, manage risks and escalations, conduct quality reviews, and mentor project management team members. The role requires cross-functional leadership, problem solving, stakeholder influence, and adherence to company standards of business conduct.
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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:

$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

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

Ensure effective and efficient execution of the project 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 project 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 risks, making sure they are identified, evaluated and addressed as per established guidelines

Mentors and trains team members in project management.

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories and principles in own job family and basic knowledge of other related job families

Business Expertise

  • Applies understanding of the industry and how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives

Leadership

  • Manages a generally homogeneous team; adapts plans and priorities to meet service and/or operational challenges

Problem Solving

  • Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems 

Impact

  • Impacts the level of service and the team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives
  • Guided by policies and resource requirements within business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

  • Guides, influences and persuades others internally in related areas or externally

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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 [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

  • In-depth understanding of project management concepts, theories, and principles
  • Experience managing project planning and execution within scope, timeline, and budget
  • Experience managing project risks, financial processes, reporting, and escalations
  • Ability to coordinate staffing and resolve resource issues
  • Ability to conduct quality and documentation reviews
  • Ability to mentor and train project management team members
  • Understanding of the semiconductor industry and how the role contributes to business objectives
  • Ability to comply with Applied Materials Standards of Business Conduct

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
23,282 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

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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