Director, Industrial Engineering

About the role

Join Applied Materials' internal consulting team as a Director of Industrial Engineering, reporting to Global Services executive leadership. You will lead high‑visibility strategic projects that streamline processes, improve supply chain performance, and drive cost reductions through advanced analytics.

Key responsibilities

• Structure and break down complex business problems, develop hypotheses, and deliver data‑driven recommendations.
• Lead rigorous analysis across large data sets, synthesize insights, and present high‑quality recommendations to executive audiences.
• Manage the full project life‑cycle from as‑is analysis to implementation, securing stakeholder buy‑in and driving change management.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information, pressure‑test hypotheses, co‑create deliverables, and accelerate execution.
• Optimize operations and business processes to improve performance, reduce cycle time, and shrink costs.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry or management consulting.
• Broad understanding of logistics, financial reporting, operations, and service business management.

Required skills

• Lean methodology
• Six Sigma
• Advanced analytics

What we offer

• Salary range: $168,000 – $231,000 per year.
• Location: Santa Clara, CA with a supportive, innovative work culture.
• Comprehensive benefits, bonus eligibility, and stock award program.