Technical Program Manager (Tualatin, OR, US, 97062) en Lam Research

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

As a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects – you’re orchestrating breakthroughs in support of dielectric films NPI Materials programs. You’ll lead cross-functional teams through successful project execution blending your technical excellence with strategic planning to deliver new or upgraded products. Your role is vital, owning technical projects from initiation through delivery using your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring schedules and budget.

In this role, you will transform engineering innovation into volume-ready wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) products by driving cost-effective supplier sourcing strategies, optimizing supply chain lead times, and ensuring seamless supply chain readiness—enabling a high-quality transition from Pilot manufacturing to high-volume manufacturing with agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

You will executes responsibilities in a global, matrix type organization as part of a dynamic team to create LAM's new products in a fast-paced NPI environment.  Successful monitoring of the new product program from initiation through delivery, you will ensure completion of the project (i.e. product) on schedule and within budget constraints.     

What you’ll do

• Establishes requirements, costs, and schedule targets; plans activities, assembles the team and other critical resources; and manages the new product program through the product life cycle as defined by LAM’s Product Development & Release (PDR) process.  
• Develops, defines and executes program plans.  Is responsible for meeting the program objectives including performance, cost, schedule, budget targets and supply chain deliverables. 
• Assesses program risks and drives mitigation activities as part of the program plan. 
• Monitors work of program from initiation through release providing support and direction.  Escalates issues until resolved or mitigated. 
• Prepares and presents program executive reviews and PDR risk management reviews.
• Develop cost reduction roadmaps to meet product cost targets. 
• Work with Lam’s Global Supply Chain to develop sourcing strategies and sourcing plans to meet cost and lead time targets. 
• Transition the new product from Pilot Manufacturing to High Volume Manufacturing.
• Develop and implement suppliers ramp readiness assessments, critical parts management plans, lead time reduction plans and risk mitigation plans. 
• Identifies capable suppliers for new technical requirements/ manufacturing processes/ materials. 
• Drives early supplier/ mfg. process qualification in collaboration with Supply Chain. 
• Identifies/ documents Supply Chain Risk gaps & drives mitigations. 
• Executes on cross product cost reduction opportunities. 

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Eight (8) years of experience in a similar role in the semiconductor industry.
• Six (6) years of continuous improvement and technical program / project management experience within the Semiconductor industry.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing methods and supply chain commodities related to cost structure.
• Supply chain knowledge for critical commodities as related to sourcing decisions and cost strategies.
• Knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures.
• Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating leadership and influence skills to deliver results.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.