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Lead, Technical Program Management

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Aurora, IL, USA
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
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Aurora, IL, USA
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
Leads a strategic portfolio of semiconductor-related New Product Introduction programs from concept through commercialization. Aligns cross-functional teams across R&D, operations, supply chain, quality, business, and customer-facing functions; manages priorities, risks, resources, KPIs, governance, and executive communication. Improves NPI processes and tools, establishes program-management best practices, coaches teams, drives stage-gate reviews, and supports customer communications and successful commercialization.
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Job Title:

Lead, Technical Program Management

Job Description:

The Role: 

As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) you will lead the execution of a strategically important portfolio of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs within our Formulated Solutions (FS) business unit Working across R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Business, and customer-facing teams, you will drive alignment, manage risk, improve execution processes, and enable successful commercialization. 

You will provide leadership beyond individual projects by influencing key stakeholders, guiding cross-functional decision-making, advancing project management best practices, and delivering portfolio-level outcomes that support customer success and business growth in accordance with the company’s strategic objectives.

 

What You'll Do:

  • Lead a portfolio of strategic, business-critical NPI programs, driving prioritization, execution, KPI visibility, risk management, and successful commercialization. 

  • Partner with business and functional leaders to align priorities, resources, and program outcomes with FS and divisional strategy, providing portfolio-level insights and recommendations. 

  • Improve NPI processes, tools, and governance to increase execution speed, resource efficiency, and organizational effectiveness. 

  • Serve as a TPM SME by establishing best practices, coaching teams, and promoting consistent project management excellence. 

  • Collaborate with business and customer-facing teams to develop customer communications that balance customer requirements, product positioning, and protection of proprietary information. 

What We Seek:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related degree/discipline is required; advanced degree preferred 

  • 5+ years of experience leading new product development, commercialization, or technical programs within semiconductor fabrication consumables or a related industry. 

  • Strong knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes related to chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) and technical fluency in CMP-related chemistry, engineering and manufacturing; a minimum of 3 years in a CMP-related role is highly preferred. 

  • Demonstrated success leading complex, business-critical NPI programs from concept through commercialization while achieving customer, quality, schedule, and business objectives. 

  • Advanced program and portfolio management skills, including prioritization, risk management, stakeholder alignment, conflict resolution, governance, and executive communication; PMP certification preferred. 

  • Strong knowledge of stage-gate NPI processes with demonstrated experience leading cross-functional gate reviews, driving decisions, and ensuring commercialization readiness. 

  • Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and build alignment across functions, levels, and geographies without direct authority. 

  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business leaders, customer-facing organizations, and executive stakeholders. 

Your success will be measured by: 

  • Successful management of a portfolio of NPIs that meet quality, customer, and business objectives 

  • Influencing crossfunctional teams and leaders to drive alignment, accountability, and timely decision-making across complex programs. 

  • Proactively identifying, mitigating, and escalating portfolio risks, dependencies, and resource constraints while clearly communicating tradeoffs and recommendations. 

  • Improving NPI performance through enhanced processes, governance, KPIs, tools, and reporting that increase transparency, predictability, and execution effectiveness. 

  • Serving as a trusted TPM SME by establishing best practices, coaching teams, and driving consistent project management excellence across the organization. 

  • Highquality internal and external communication, ensuring stakeholders have the right level of information at the right time to support decisionmaking, trust, and strategic alignment 

WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?
Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

 

WHAT WE OFFER
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

  • Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
  • Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting 
  • Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
  • Education assistance to support your learning journey
  • A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

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