Manager, Technical Project / Program Management – SmartStart Mayan Automation

**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. **What We Offer** Salary: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 Location: Austin,TX 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](https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/). **Job Summary** The **SPG Mayan Automation – Engineering Manager** leads Mayan-based automation initiatives supporting tool installation and the warranty phase, working in close partnership with SPG **BU Intelligence, Engineering, Quality, and Field organizations**. This role combines deep technical leadership with disciplined program execution to improve installation consistency, reduce warranty exposure, and drive scalable automation across factory and field operations. **Key Responsibilities** **Mayan Automation – Install & Warranty** - Lead and develop a team of engineers responsible for **Mayan automation programs across SPG BUs**, ensuring alignment with business priorities and install/warranty objectives. - Own end-to-end execution of Mayan automation for **installation and warranty programs**, from problem identification through deployment and benefits realization. - Partner with BU Intelligence and Install/Warranty stakeholders to identify install pain points, warranty drivers, repeat nonconformances, and cost‑reduction opportunities. - Oversee development and continuous improvement of **test plans, Mayan scripts, diagnostics, and troubleshooting workflows** to improve system reliability and reduce field labor. - Drive test automation, modularization, and standardization of testing, execution, and reporting. - Support and scale **SmartStart automation initiatives** to improve install consistency, quality, and cycle time. - Track savings, benefits realization, and continuous improvement metrics. **Technical Leadership & Program Management** - Develop and manage **end‑to‑end program plans**, including scope, schedule, risks, dependencies, and deliverables. - Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation plans clearly to cross‑functional stakeholders and leadership. - Define, track, and report KPIs such as install efficiency, defect escapes, repeat issues, and warranty cost trends. **Installation Readiness & Field Collaboration** - Provide installation readiness support and lead **program adoption and usage tracking** across factory and field teams. - Enable field success through training materials, documentation, and structured knowledge transfer. - Participate in customer‑site engagements as needed to assess install risks and customer‑specific requirements. **Required Technical Skills** - Strong understanding of semiconductor capital equipment systems (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process subsystems). - Demonstrated passion for **test automation and efficiency improvement**. - Experience with system installation, testing, diagnostics, and troublesho…