Industrial Engineer

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Key Responsibilities

Structure and break down complex business problems, develop hypotheses, and drive analysis to deliver recommendations in a data-driven manner

Lead thoughtful, rigorous analysis across large data sets and synthesize insights and opportunities

Develop and present high-quality recommendations and deliverables for executive-level consumption, and contribute to the associated strategy and execution discussions

Partner across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information, pressure-test hypotheses, co-create deliverables, accelerate execution, and unlock value

Optimize operations and business processes to deliver measurable gains in business performance, cycle-time reduction, and cost savings

Apply program management discipline to keep initiatives within scope, schedule, and impact

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent. MBA or Masters in Engineering equivalent business experience preferred

7–10 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry or consulting

Strong analytical skills — able to extract real insight from multiple data sources; expert-level knowledge of data analytics tools such as SQL, Excel, Tableau, or Power BI; Python

Proven experience working across cross-functional business teams

Able to work effectively in a matrix environment and influence without authority

Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented, able to connect the dots and communicate complex ideas effectively with executive presence

Broad understanding and experience including service business management, product development, and financial reporting

Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma (DMAIC, Kaizen); Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Not Specified

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.