Sr. Mgr, Engineering

Requisition ID202020Date posted08/10/2026Work Location ModelOn-site FlexWork LocationFremont-CAWork CountryUnited StatesThe group you’ll be a part ofIn the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's Platform products.We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.The impact you’ll makeA Senior Manager in Engineering Operations strengthens GPE operational excellence by improving engineering processes, driving standards, enabling tool and system efficiency. In this role, you’ll utilize an internal customer perspective to coordinate cross-functional teams of impacted stakeholders and manage projects to completion, both on time and within budget. You’ll champion the adoption of modern engineering methods aligned with Lam’s digital transformation strategy. You’ll provide oversight to our India team, setting direction through roadmaps and annual goals and objectives, developing their capabilities, and ensuring the performance of the team. Your role directly impacts the productivity, efficiency and quality of the design engineering team. If you have a passion for standards, details and consistent design and documentation methods, we’d love to meet you.Candidate should be a result-driven, self-starter possessing strong interpersonal skills with a strong focus on supporting internal customers. This individual should also possess the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, to adapt to changing priorities and to work independently in a close-knit team setting.What you’ll doProvide direction to the global team and assist in the development of skills, capabilities, domain knowledge, technical ownership, and hiring required to meet objectivesContinuous improvement. This includes all elements of the engineering development and release process from the tools used to communicate, to the engineering practices themselvesDevelop evaluation methods to assess process strengths and identify areas for improvementWork cross functionally to develop problem statements and align requirements and functionality with stakeholders to drive solutionsCreate, maintain, and develop comprehensive process documentation and drive adoptionCreate, present and maintain effective trainingPresent project plans to senior management, gain buy in, and deliver resultsManage CFTs with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities in both the US and IndiaResolve escalationsPrioritization and coordination of engineering operations work with a global workforceRepresent GPE operational interests in corporate CFTsCreate, revise, review, release, and communicate engineering standards and best‑known methodsCapture and publish tribal knowledge, working across engineering communities to improve consistencyOrganize engineering information for fast discovery using SharePoint, Teams, or other corporate toolsDevelop, evaluate and champion tools to improve the quality and efficiency of engineering workWho we’re looking forExpected minimum of 12 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 10 years and a master’s degree; or equivalent experienceExperience with engineering product development processes/best practicesManagement experienceDesign engineering experience, preferably in semiconductor equipmentRelated experience with MCAD, preferably Siemens NX or PTC Creo, from part and assembly modeling to on-model annotations and (TDP) Technical Data Packages, to part fabrication and inspection or ECAD, preferably Zuken E3Experience in analyzing data to draw relevant business conclusions and in data visualization techniques and toolsSkills in Excel are a must but demonstrable capability with QuickBase, SharePoint, Power BI, iPLM, TCPLM, SAP, Matlab, or other programming languages is a plusExcellent client-facing and internal communication skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skillsStrong leadership skills with applicable experienceStrong Influencing, negotiating and conflict resolution skillsCuriosity, enthusiasm for learning, and adaptability—especially around AI and corporate processesAbility to engage engineering teams and drive positive cultural changeProcess knowledge in PLM and ERP requiredStrong working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeInternational travel expectedOther experience that would prove highly valuable: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Creating on-model annotations of sheet metal and machined metal, weldments, and large assemblies in support of Model Based Definition, modeling in NX 12 or newer, modeling in Creo 5 or newer, modeling in Zuken E3, 5+ years modeling experience, Product Configuration Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Intel Copy Exactly!, Field Service, Logistics/Spares, managing or collaborating with offshore engineering and support sites (particularly India remote teams), engineering knowledge sharing, documentation of Best Known Methods, engineering knowledge sharing, POA workflowsPreferred qualificationsOur commitmentWe believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.SalaryCA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $146,000.00 - $311,000.00.The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.Our Perks and BenefitsAt Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr LAM RESEARCH Corporation