PLM and CAD Program Manager

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: $163,000.00 - $224,000.00 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. PLM and CAD technology Job Description: Seeking a seasoned PLM Program Manager based onsite at our Santa Clara, CA campus with over 10 years of experience to lead and deliver complex software development projects, engineering design business process development and participate in digital transformation within a dynamic technology-driven environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering and/or computer science background, deep understanding of software product development, and a proven track record of managing global cross-functional teams in a fast-paced tech company. Furthermore, candidate should have knowledge and good understanding in product development applications and business processes such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, CAD applications, systems engineering (MBSE), Model Based Enterprise (MBE) and Model Based Design (MBD). Familiarity with GenAI concepts, industry trends, and applications. Qualifications Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and CAD applications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 10+ years of experience in program/project management within a technology company. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into business language. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project). PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus. Key Responsibilities Engage closely with engineering and product development leadership, identifying opportunities for automation and business process solutions with positive impact to engineering productivity and design quality. Ensure effective and efficient execution of the project/ program 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 projects 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/ program risks, making sure they are identified, evaluated and addressed as per established guidelines Mentors and trains PMs. Is recognized as a subject matter expert in Project Management Required Skills: Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project). PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus. Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering and/or computer science. Experience: 10-15 Years Location: Santa Clara, CA Functional Knowledge Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function Business Expertise Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements Leadership Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution Problem Solving Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions Impact Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines Interpersonal Skills Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view 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. 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