Product Line Manager, New College Grad- Master's (Santa Clara, CA)

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. 

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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. 

TEAM OVERVIEW:

• The Common Solutions and Automation Service Business Unit (CSG SBU) is focused on service value creation, development of new service products and capabilities to be implemented across equipment platforms. We lead key initiatives to achieve service business goals and leverage core competencies in product marketing, program management, semiconductor equipment technologies, robotics, automation and field service best practices.  CSG SBU is seeking a team player who is passionate about driving technical programs in a cross-functional environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program management, new product introductions, contributing to development of innovative service products.
• Collect field and Customer inputs to inform product and technology roadmaps and priorities
• Develop marketing collateral to communicate product benefits and value
• Inclination to drive operational efficiencies, propose and articulate the benefits of Automation
• Assist to create Design for Installation and Design for Service programs.  Support IP Strategy
• Productivity mindset - apply critical thinking to craft and drive growth strategies for automation enablement
• Prepare reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling applying data analytics skills
• Interpret business issues and recommends best practices; takes a broad perspective to identify solutions
• On occasion will interface with suppliers and customers to monitor and report on the projects progress against quality and cost metrics

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong analytical skills using software tools and presentation skills are a must
• Technical Program management competency, project management, data analytics
• Communication of complex information to others in straight forward manner
• Analyze potential solutions using technical experience, data insights and precedents
• Ideal candidate has exposure to capital equipment design and maintenance. Semiconductor equipment preferred

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• Master's Degree in Robotics, Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred
• Internship experience preferred

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by February 28, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

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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.

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