NPI/NPT Engineering Project Manager

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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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Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee program transitions between different locations, ensuring a smooth transfer of programs.

• Develop transition plans, define timelines and milestones, and coordinate with stakeholders.

• Conduct technical assessments and ensure necessary resources are available for successful transitions.

• Manage the entire manufacturing PDP specific tasks for NPI, including tactical build activities and driving specific tasks within the PDP.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, ensure adherence to timelines, and meet PDP requirements.

• Plan, execute, and evaluate readiness for managed, controlled, and validation builds for NPI projects.

• Ensure material readiness, documentation completeness, resource availability, and appropriate tooling and floor space.

• Drive overall manufacturing readiness assessment for new products.

• Drive the technical issues to the resolution for the new products being developed.

• Review technical specifications, coordinate with engineering teams, and ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.

• Anticipate bottlenecks and manage critical risks by working collaboratively with the team to identify mitigations and implement effective workarounds.

• Identify opportunities for improvement within the organization.

• Analyze processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Actively drive setting standard labor hours and reducing actual labor hours for new products.

• Present status, issues, plans and roadmaps to executive level

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.

• Engineering background and manufacturing experience is a must.

• Proven experience in project management, specifically in managing new product transitions.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the product development process (PDP) and new product introduction (NPI) methodologies.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.

• Strong leadership abilities with the capability to effectively manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address issues and bottlenecks during the transition process.

• Proficient in project management tools and software.

• Proven Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control standards.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality results.

• Proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Experience in the semiconductor industry, familiar with semiconductor equipment/process

• Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is preferred.

Work Location:

• Upper Changi office

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