Project Engineer 3

Lam Research

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type: Hybrid
Location: Fremont, CA
Salary: $86,000–$192,000 / yr
Posted: 61 days ago
Closes: Oct 12, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $169k

This role $139k

$72k most similar roles pay here $215k

This role pays less than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $139,000–$198,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $139k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

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About Lam Research

Lam Research Corporation is a leading American supplier of wafer-fabrication equipment and services to the global semiconductor industry.

Lam Research currently has 379 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $105,000–$231,000 across 186 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Project Engineer 3

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As an NSR Project Manager at Lam, you will lead cross-functional teams to deliver key non-standard requests efficiently, blending technical expertise with strategic planning. Your daily responsibilities include developing project plans, managing schedules and resources, and ensuring product releases meet deadlines within constraints. You’ll drive process excellence by defining new procedures and leading change initiatives that enhance organizational maturity. Essential skills encompass knowledge of PDR processes, proficiency in project management software like MS Project, and strong communication and leadership abilities to influence diverse teams. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience or a master’s with 3+, along with expertise in technical project management and cross-functional team guidance. Experience in hardware development, Agile methodologies, and product development is advantageous.

Skills

MS Project QuickBase Office Timeline Agile Waterfall CI/CD HW development Procurement Supply Chain Management Operations Logistics

What you'll do

Develop and present detailed project plans to management.
Organize cross-functional activities to ensure timely product release.
Monitor projects from initiation through delivery, managing schedules and resources.
Drive alignment among diverse teams using the PDR process for solutions.
Track and report on specific tasks and overall cycle time against metrics.
Define and institutionalize new processes to improve organizational effectiveness.

What we're looking for

5+ years of technical project management experience.
Bachelor’s degree or Master’s with relevant industry experience.
Expertise in Project Management methods and PDR procedures.
Strong influencing, negotiating, and conflict resolution skills.
Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver results.
Proficiency with project management software tools like MS Project.