Engineering Project Planner III

JOB DESCRIPTIONEngineering Project Planner IIIFor more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been at the forefront of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology. Chipmakers around the globe rely on our tools and process expertise to deliver the semiconductors that power modern life from smartphones and computers to cameras and cars. We have become a technology leader by providing the innovation necessary for business to thrive, quality of life to advance, and the environment to flourish—enabling a truly sustainable future.Our influence is global, with more than 30 offices worldwide, an installed base of thousands worldwide and a customer list that includes the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. Our team is expanding, and we are currently hiring an Engineering Project Planner for our Beverly MA location.This position is based in our Beverly, MA location, with an expectation for employees to work onsite approximately 2–3 days per week, depending on business needs and team collaboration requirements.Responsibilities:Provide general project planning support to Engineering and Product Teams, working in a cross-functional matrix environmentManage and maintain the engineering project accounting and reporting system, as well as initiate timely financial month-end actuals, forecasts, and reconciliationsLead certain aspects of annual financial planning activities, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely coordination of dutiesMaintain the resource database and reporting systemand analyze resource reports to identify constraints, recommend solutions, and set standard work practices for managing the communication flow and controlling changeAssist in keeping Engineering projects on schedule and within budget by working with managers and senior leadership to evaluate project spend and effort on a regular basisWork to standardize our project management approach and methodology for project plans, schedules, prioritization, resource allocations, and reporting, initiating change to enhance the accuracy of project informationEvaluate and initiate process redesign and implement continuous improvement activity where neededEvaluate project management related technologyand improvements to existing business systems as needed to improve engineering productivityProvide training to new employees as requiredExperience & Skills:Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5 years of experience in a planning roleExpertise in project planning, resource, and financial management, as well as familiarity with project accounting systems and project management softwareDemonstrated results in project management and experience implementing standards and practices in a technical and manufacturing environmentSemiconductor experience is a plusSkills:Ability to resolve complex difficulties, work out compromise solutions, and set appropriate priorities while receiving limited direction from your supervisorAbility to work independently and within a team based environment, interacting with all levels of managementOutstanding organization and communication skills, while being assertive and detailed with the ability to probe and challenge the information that is being collected and reportedExceptional skills in all MS Office products, especially Excel and PowerPointDesire to learn, develop, and implement digital solutions that enhance capabilities, improve efficiency, and strengthen impact in the roleEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTIt is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE$89,379.04 - $134,068.56This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based onmultiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, worklocation, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression asyou develop within the role.Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in theAxcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regularemployees working 20+ hours a week).SummaryLocation: Beverly, MAType: Full time