Job Opportunities in Solar - China

Job Title:  Engineering Project Manager
Reference:  AR8733516
Location:  Shanghai, China

Position Purpose:
Responsible for the supervision of engineers and technicians in diverse activities relating to the development, maintenance, application, and/or support of equipment processes. Specific areas of responsibility vary according to the organizational or department focus, and may include new product/process development, sustaining engineering, customer demonstrations and/or applications, product or process technology research and field process support, among others.

Responsibilities:
Ensures that specific projects assigned are completed as planned. This may include, but is not limited to, the disciplines listed above. Supervises subordinate personnel (engineers, technicians, etc.) in their assigned activities. Ensures that work is assigned appropriately and that results are obtained and evaluated. Oversees the professional and career development of subordinate staff. Ensures that area Management and relevant Company personnel are informed of progress in specific, related areas of concern, via reports, meetings, and other contacts. Oversees and manages the utilization of equipment/facilities in the area, as required. Ensures that appropriate maintenance is performed, equipment down time is minimized, equipment utilization is optimized and appropriate safety procedures are in use within the area. Remains knowledgeable of progress made in applicable technology in the industry and academic areas. Ensures that applicable advances in technology are incorporated within Applied Materials, as appropriate. Documents all aspects of equipment performance, as required by department management, recommending product improvements through appropriate channels. Ensures that all engineering work is documented, lab/engineering notebooks are maintained, and all Company policies are enforced with regard to proprietary information, patents, technology development and confidentiality. Capitalizes on and creates opportunities for the increased utilization of Applied Materials' products within the customer base, in conjunction with sales/marketing efforts, as required for specific area of responsibility, passing pertinent areas of opportunity to these departments, and promoting the use of Applied products whenever possible. May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications
Knowledge:
In-depth knowledge of semiconductor device fabrication. Requires specific knowledge of Applied Materials products, semiconductor device design and fabrication techniques.  Requires knowledge of engineering discipline for applicable area of technology.  As deemed necessary by management, specific knowledge in other disciplines or functions such as manufacturing methods, value engineering, quality tools and strategies, Operations Project Planning & Control (OPPC), product development process (PDP), product release methodology, materials and supply chain management, competitive analysis, cost analysis, cost avoidance / reduction, negotiation, commodity knowledge may be required.

Skills and Abilities:
Proven capability to organize and manage multiple technical projects with successful results; Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership and customer skills. Individuals at this level must have well developed technical skills; incumbents normally are required to have experience and demonstrated success in program / new product development projects and/or research activities.  Requires strong skills in change management, problem solving, written and verbal communications, customer orientation, product technology, global business perspective, personal effectiveness, project management, team skills and applying quality.  Demonstrated ability required in Human Resources management and leadership.

Education and Experience:
INCUMBENTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
MS (ME or EE) 3- 7 years experience in electromechanical design, experience in managing small teams of engineers. Strong hands on type person with ability to comprehend and be able to manage process engineers as well which would require a strong academic background in Physics and Chemistry. +2 managerial experiences.
Experience in troubleshooting of appropriate process, product and/or equipment problems.

INCUMBENTS ARE PREFERRED WHO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
Advanced level degree (PhD); 7+ years of experience with specific Applied Materials product. In-depth knowledge of specific areas to be assigned.

How to Apply:
If you're interested in solar opportunities in China with Applied Materials, please email your resume to amc_recruitment@amat.com. Please include Job Title and Job number in the subject field of your email.

EEO:
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce.