Project Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, pre-eminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

 UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
• For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources  and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Due to the nature of the work, you must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined in 22 CFR § 120.62.

Provide technical project management oversight to multiple key projects within the Texas Institute for Electronics, a semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics, semiconductor companies, national labs, and nationally recognized academic institutions. Effectively manage highly technical multi-disciplinary teams and projects, ensuring schedules are met and critical stakeholders are informed of current progress or roadblocks.

• →Oversee the work by a team of mechanical systems engineers in the research and development of novel electrical, mechanical, software and systems related to advanced 3D HI processes.
• →Develop, coordinate, oversee, and ensure completion of multiple project task lists and schedules related to the design, fabrication, assembly, and tests of equipment systems.
• →Manage and direct assigned projects with emphasis on time schedule control, coordination of project development and implementation, and communication with designated clients.
• →Develops project plans including project life cycle, budgets, resource requirements, change management processes, risk management, key milestones, communication mechanisms, test plans and deliverables.
• →Implements and recommends policies and procedures to ensure compliance of all applicable laws, University policies, rules and regulations.
• →Manages project implementation including emergent issues with emphasis on time schedule control to ensure all tasks are completed within established deadlines and budgets.
• →Prepares detailed reports on project progress with stakeholders and teams to include project plans, barriers and solutions, milestones, financial costs/projections and analyses. Coordinate with key stakeholders and team leads to management scope changes.
• →Manages, develops, directs and evaluates assigned projects utilizing accepted project management methodologies, communication and consultation with stakeholders and project team members.
• →Interfaces with facilities and outside contractors to coordinate and manage resources.
• →Coordinate with key stakeholders and team leads to management scope changes.
• →Tracks requirements/specifications and changes throughout the product lifecycle.

• Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a related field.
• Three or more years of experience in technical project management.
• Knowledge of project management software and practices.
• Experience with industrial controls.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong budget tracking, labor tracking, and scheduling skills.
• Proficiency in information analyzation and budget setup.
• Strong scheduling skills and team vision. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• You must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined in 22 CFR § 120.62.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master’s degree in business, project management, engineering, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in technical project management.
• Experience with semiconductors, automation, and hardware/software.
• Project Management Professional certification
• Experience in Engineering

TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work in all weather conditions
• May work in extreme temperatures
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)
• Climbing of stairs

• Letter of Interest
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

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A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
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