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At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.


Technical Program Manager 6

Date:  Jul 11, 2025
Location: 

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Req ID:  188867
Worker Category:  On-site Flex

The Impact You’ll Make

Summary
As a Technical Program Manager within the Engineering Leadership Team at Lam Research, you will oversee a range of engineering initiatives that span multiple product groups. Your primary focus will be driving programs that accelerate and enable engineering capabilities across all Lam engineering teams. Key deliverables include accelerating product development and preparing engineering for a digital future to deliver positive business outcomes. This role is highly visible and entails collaboration with various internal stakeholders and leading technical teams to achieve business objectives.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage technical programs to drive cross-functional efforts within a matrix organization in the following areas:
    • Engineering product development
    • Engineering process improvements
    • Engineering operations
    • Engineering enterprise applications
    • CAD automation
    • Product lifecycle management projects and integrations
  • Deploying digital technologies, including artificial intelligence.
  • Serve as a change agent for digital / AI initiatives related to engineering.
  • Oversee program scope, schedule, and resource management.
  • Handle program escalation management.
  • Collaborate with internal customers, subject matter experts, and other program managers to achieve program objectives.
  • Conduct program reviews.
  • Analyze, monitor, and course correct program deliverables relative to plan and ROI.
  • Capable of working with stakeholders across various global time zones and leadership levels.

Who We’re Looking For

Skills Requirements

  • Strong engineering background with product development in complex, configure-to-order products (e.g., semiconductor manufacturing, automotive, aerospace).
  • 10+ years of experience with the combination of engineering and technical program management.
  • Has managed large cross-functional programs. Encompassing: NPI programs, business process, software enterprise solutions.
  • Methodical program management approach.
  • Skilled at operating under ambiguity in matrix organizations.
  • Experienced in driving digital initiatives (Big data, connected data, protected data, data visualization, data analytics, and use of automation techniques).
  • Technical expertise in data analytics, AI concepts, Generative AI, enterprise search products.
  • Knowledge of MBSE and MBD is a plus.
  • Able to present to executive leadership.
  • Willingness to work with distributed teams across global time zones.
  • Innovation mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or other related technical subject area.
  • MBA – Preferred.
  • Program Management certification e.g. PMP – Preferred.

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.

Salary

 

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $140,000.00 -  $302,000.00.

 

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

 

Our Perks and Benefits
 

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Discover more at Lam Benefits


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