Operations & Workplace Design Director

Texas Instruments is seek an experienced Operations & Workplace Design Director. Join a dynamic team at the heart of semiconductor innovation. We are seeking a visionary leader to drive operational excellence and world-class workplace design across our global facilities — shaping spaces that inspire employees, support leadership priorities, and reflect the TI brand.

In this role, you will own the strategic vision for facility operations and workplace design — ensuring our spaces are functional, innovative, and future-ready. You will bridge operations and design, empowering teams, influencing stakeholders, and delivering environments where people do their best work.

• Define and execute a long-term roadmap for facility operations, workplace design, and sustainability aligned to business goals and industry standards.
• Champion continuous improvement, digital transformation, and data-driven decision making.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, and installations across office and lab spaces.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, establishing clear standards for safety, training, and operations.
• Drive a global workspace design strategy that balances functionality, efficiency, and employee experience.
• Ensure all sites are customer-ready through a centralized facilities scorecard and refresh strategy.
• Partner with executive leadership to translate business priorities into optimized workplace solutions.
• Manage opex and capex planning, forecasting and oversight of owned and leased sites
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
• Align office space initiatives with TI priorities by influencing key partners across Facilities, IT, HR, Security, Real Estate, and Business Units.
• Build relationships with external partners and government agencies to support facility expansion and supply chain security.

• Prepare dashboards and reports communicating performance trends and improvements to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, risk management protocols, and emergency response procedures.

Texas Instruments will not sponsor job applicants for visas or work authorization for this position.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
• 5 years of directly leading operations teams
• 7 years of experience in facilities operations, corporate design, space planning, or related discipline

• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage budgets.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels of leadership.
• Knowledge of sustainability and workplace certifications (WELL, LEED, ESG, IFMA, NCIDQ, PMP).
• Experience in leading multi-site or global workplace teams.
• Experience with CAFM systems, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project.
• Familiarity with real estate strategy, space utilization, and portfolio management.
• Data-driven mindset with ability to benchmark against industry standards.
• Prior experience with interiors, architectural, or construction firms.