Project Manager

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Installation Project Manager Job Description The Installation Project Manager leads the full lifecycle execution of complex systems installations at customer sites around the world. This role oversees projects involving ion beam deposition and etch, laser annealing, wet processing, and lithography platforms, ensuring each installation meets technical specifications and is delivered on time. The Installation Project Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for the customer from project kickoff through final acceptance, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing schedules, risks, and communication throughout the engagement. Responsibilities Own the full installation lifecycle for each assigned project, from initial kickoff and site readiness verification through equipment delivery, installation, process qualification, customer acceptance testing, and final sign-off. Ensure all installation milestones are completed on schedule with no outstanding action items, maintaining clear traceability of tasks and deliverables. Develop and manage the master installation schedule, including task dependencies, critical path, resource allocation, and key milestones for each project. Provide clear, consistent weekly updates on progress, risks, and changes to both customer stakeholders and internal teams. Serve as the single point of contact for the customer throughout the installation process, ensuring seamless and professional communication at all stages. Coordinate activities across Field Service, Engineering, Process Engineering, Technical Support, Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain to drive smooth and efficient execution. Confirm site readiness prior to equipment delivery by validating facilities infrastructure, utilities, safety requirements, and cleanroom conditions against installation specifications. Proactively identify and escalate any gaps in site readiness or infrastructure to avoid delays and protect project timelines. Identify and manage project risks, schedule shifts, and cross-project dependencies, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to keep installations on track. Drive timely escalations when needed to internal stakeholders and leadership to resolve issues that could impact delivery timelines or customer commitments. Lead project closeout activities, including securing formal customer acceptance and ensuring all acceptance criteria are documented and met. Document lessons learned at the conclusion of each installation and share insights with relevant teams to improve future project execution. Coordinate a smooth handoff to the service organization by preparing a complete transition package, including documentation, configuration details, and open items for ongoing support. Analyze trends related to installation cycle time, logistics, and quality, and collaborate with internal teams to implement scalable process improvements. Support continuous improvement initiatives across installation programs to enhance predictability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Represent the installation organization professionally at customer sites, reinforcing a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence. Essential Skills Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineer. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics. Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex installation, deployment, or field-based projects. Proven experience with projects involving semiconductor capital equipment, vacuum systems, or other precision electromechanical systems. Hands-on experience in project management, including schedule development, resource planning, and risk management. Experience working with mechatronic systems and electromechanical equipment in technical environments. Direct experience working with customers in manufacturing, fabrication, or cleanroom environments. Demonstrated ability to manage customer expectations through schedule changes, technical issues, and evolving requirements. Familiarity with cleanroom practices and protocols, including working around sensitive equipment and controlled environments. Experience working with vacuum systems and related technologies. Ability to coordinate and lead cross-functional teams across Field Service, Engineering, Process Engineering, Logistics, and Supply Chain. Strong communication skills for providing clear, consistent status updates and acting as the primary point of contact for customers. Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, and to manage schedule shifts and dependencies across multiple projects. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with ion beam deposition and etch, laser annealing, wet processing, and lithography platforms is highly beneficial. Experience with semiconductor capital equipment installations in global customer environments is a plus. Demonstrated aptitude for continuous improvement, including analyzing trends in cycle time, logistics, and quality. Ability to document lessons learned and translate them into process enhancements for future installations. Comfort with frequent interaction with technical stakeholders, including process engineers, field service engineers, and operations teams. Willingness and ability to travel between customer sites and factory locations for installations and training. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure no outstanding action items remain at project closeout. Work Environment This role operates in a highly technical environment that includes customer manufacturing, fabrication, and cleanroom facilities, as well as advanced equipment factories. The Installation Project Manager spends time both at customer sites and at factory locations where machines are built and tested, including facilities in regions such as New Jersey and Beverly, MA. The work involves live installations of complex systems, close collaboration with engineering and field service teams, and hands-on exposure to ion beam deposition and etch, laser annealing, wet processing, lithography platforms, vacuum systems, and other precision electromechanical equipment. Team members receive training at factory locations, where they join ongoing installations to learn the equipment and processes in a practical setting. The position requires flexibility to travel from site to site and adapt to different facility conditions, schedules, and customer requirements, while working within cleanroom and safety protocols appropriate to advanced manufacturing environments. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Sugar Land, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $78000.00 - $99000.00/yr. Medical, Dental, and Vision Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sugar Land,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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