JOB DESCRIPTIONEngineering Project Planner IIIFor more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been at the forefront of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology. Chipmakers around the globe rely on our tools and process expertise to deliver the semiconductors that power modern life from smartphones and computers to cameras and cars. We have become a technology leader by providing the innovation necessary for business to thrive, quality of life to advance, and the environment to flourish-enabling a truly sustainable future.
Our influence is global, with more than 30 offices worldwide, an installed base of thousands worldwide and a customer list that includes the world's largest semiconductor manufacturers. Our team is expanding, and we are currently hiring an Engineering Project Planner for our Beverly MA location.
This position is based in our Beverly, MA location, with an expectation for employees to work onsite approximately 2-3 days per week, depending on business needs and team collaboration requirements.
Responsibilities:- Provide general project planning support to Engineering and Product Teams, working in a cross-functional matrix environment
- Manage and maintain the engineering project accounting and reporting system, as well as initiate timely financial month-end actuals, forecasts, and reconciliations
- Lead certain aspects of annual financial planning activities, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely coordination of duties
- Maintain the resource database and reporting system and analyze resource reports to identify constraints, recommend solutions, and set standard work practices for managing the communication flow and controlling change
- Assist in keeping Engineering projects on schedule and within budget by working with managers and senior leadership to evaluate project spend and effort on a regular basis
- Work to standardize our project management approach and methodology for project plans, schedules, prioritization, resource allocations, and reporting, initiating change to enhance the accuracy of project information
- Evaluate and initiate process redesign and implement continuous improvement activity where needed
- Evaluate project management related technology and improvements to existing business systems as needed to improve engineering productivity
- Provide training to new employees as required
Experience & Skills:- Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 5 years of experience in a planning role
- Expertise in project planning, resource, and financial management, as well as familiarity with project accounting systems and project management software
- Demonstrated results in project management and experience implementing standards and practices in a technical and manufacturing environment
- Semiconductor experience is a plus
- Skills:
- Ability to resolve complex difficulties, work out compromise solutions, and set appropriate priorities while receiving limited direction from your supervisor
- Ability to work independently and within a team based environment, interacting with all levels of management
- Outstanding organization and communication skills, while being assertive and detailed with the ability to probe and challenge the information that is being collected and reported
- Exceptional skills in all MS Office products, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Desire to learn, develop, and implement digital solutions that enhance capabilities, improve efficiency, and strengthen impact in the role
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTIt is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE$89,379.04 - $134,068.56
This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on
multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work
location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as
you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the
Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular
employees working 20+ hours a week).
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