Product Line Management Lead

About the role

Join Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering, to drive product line management for semiconductor and display equipment in Austin, TX.

Key responsibilities

• Own product change management (PCM) and control, including unreleased product approval and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processing.
• Implement Part Change Notifications (PCN) and manage global product support, ensuring accurate customer shipped configurations and Bill of Materials (BOM) integrity.
• Lead configuration accuracy review meetings (CaRM) and approve non‑standard requests (NSR).
• Develop and execute component roadmaps covering part obsolescence, replacements, alternative vendors and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Facilitate inter‑company communication on product strategy, pricing, spare levels and restricted part orders, and manage strategic vendor issues.

Required profile

• Demonstrated expertise in product change management and a solid understanding of related engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, competitive landscape and how product line activities integrate with broader business functions.
• Ability to lead small projects, mentor less‑experienced colleagues and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, capable of analyzing complex information and making sound judgments.

Required skills

• Product Change Management
• Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes
• Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy and configuration management

What we offer

• Salary range $108,000 – $148,500 per year.
• Full‑time position based in Austin, TX.
• Supportive culture with learning and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits, bonus and stock award programs.