Technical Program Manager

About this role Looking for a motivated and hands-on Technical Project/ Program Management to support the setup and ramp of our next-generation semiconductor manufacturing line. In this role, you’ll collaborate across engineering, operations, global vendors to manage schedules, drive deliverables, and define processes for a smooth technology transfer and ramp to full production. Your expertise in launching high-volume consumer electronics and working with contract manufacturers (CMs) will be critical to a successful and efficient fab ramp-up. Responsibilities: * Drive product manufacturing readiness across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support fab ramp and production. * Partner with the Pilot team to ensure process continuity and alignment through the transfer to HVM. * Track and manage schedules, deliverables, and risks for technology transfer and production milestones. * Coordinate and support technical, quality and program reviews with both internal teams and external partners. Qualifications: * Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics. * Experience supporting consumer product development and NPI (New Product Introduction) cycles from early prototypes through EVT/DVT/PVT and high-volume production ramp * Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs, FA/CA tracking, and structured issue closure processes to support operational excellence * Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with remote teams, and supporting factory-side execution. * Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards. * Flexibility to travel back and forth between Singapore and the USA (up to 15% travel) Functional Knowledge * Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field Business Expertise * Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Leadership * May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Problem Solving * Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions Impact * Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies Interpersonal Skills * Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: Day (Singapore) ### ### Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time ### ### Relocation Eligible: No ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Enhanced) Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.