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Job Title

Project Manager, Semiconductor Initiatives

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Electrical Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Who we are:

Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

The role of the Project Manager is to lead and support various semiconductor initiatives by playing a critical role in industry engagement, proposal participation and preparation, and networking with key stakeholders both internally and externally.

Responsibilities:

+ Develop and maintain relationships with semiconductor industry partners to foster collaboration and support for initiatives.

+ Assist in the development, writing, and submission of proposals for funding and partnership opportunities.

+ Act as a liaison between the college, industry partners, and other key stakeholders to facilitate communication and collaboration.

+ Oversee and coordinate all aspects of semiconductor projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.

+ Prepare regular reports on project progress and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

What we need:

+ Bachelors degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Seven years of related experience.

What is helpful:

+ PhD in a related field along with real-world experience in the semiconductor industry.

+ Master's degree in a related field with industry experience and/or project management experience in related areas.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders.

+ Proven ability to prepare and manage proposals and related documentation.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Location:

+ Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Electrical and Computer Engineering:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University leads advanced research in several important national and global areas for the betterment of humanity. Areas of research include power and power electronics, information systems, computer architecture, analog and mixed signals circuits, biomedical imaging, and photonics and semiconductors, with ML/AI infused in several of these research areas. Situated conveniently in the hub of the Dallas–Austin–Houston technology triangle, the department collaborates closely with key players in healthcare, computing, telecommunications, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. It also benefits from its proximity to and engagement with the Army Futures Command and the facilities and test-beds available at the Texas A&M System’s RELLIS Campus. With strong support from Texas' robust manufacturing sector and its economy, the department has numerous opportunities to engage in exciting interdisciplinary research partnerships that are shaping the future educational and research landscapes. These partnerships include collaborations and engagement with the Texas A&M Data Science Institute, the Global Cyber Research Institute, the Texas A&M Energy Institute, and the Smart Grid Center.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

+ Competitive health benefits.

+ Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

+ Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.

+ Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.

+ Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).

+ Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

+ Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.

+ Tuition assistance https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/educational-assistance-programs.html

+ Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

+ Resume/CV

+ Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.

+ Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:

+ Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.

+ Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.

+ Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.

+ Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification

+ If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.