Installation Manager - Israel

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 

What We Offer

Location:

Kiryat Gat,ISR

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

The Role

As an Installation Manager at Applied Materials, you’ll lead the team of installation engineers in Kiryat Gat and be accountable for installing advanced semiconductor systems safely, on time and to the customer’s quality standards. The role combines people leadership with hands-on technical judgment. You’ll work closely with our service, technical support and global product teams, and serve as a visible, trusted point of contact for our customers’ fabs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the team: Manage, coach and mentor installation engineers. Assign work, set goals, run performance reviews, plan compensation and career growth, and address performance issues fairly and promptly.
• Own installation delivery: Plan resources and schedules for field installations. Ensure each project meets targets for safety, quality, cycle time and cost, including a structured handoff with the service team once installation is complete.
• Keep customers on schedule: Partner with the service team on new-system ramps. When priorities shift, add resources or extend working hours to protect the customer’s timeline.
• Solve problems fast: Coach engineers through technical challenges and coordinate troubleshooting. Escalate to technical support and product experts early to resolve blockers quickly.
• Ensure accuracy and accountability: Review and approve engineers’ time reporting, and track team performance against clear metrics.
• Manage capacity and capability: Make sure the team has the people, skills, tools and materials it needs across sites to stay productive.
• Connect the field to the factory: Act as Applied’s regional contact for global product and business units. Support key programs and new-product rollouts, plan field resources, and feed technical and quality insights back to product teams to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field (electrical, mechanical, physics, or equivalent), or equivalent practical experience
• [5+] years in semiconductor or other high-tech capital equipment installation, field service or similar, ideally in a fab environment
• [3+] years of experience leading technical teams or serving as a team lead
• Strong planning, prioritization and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting
• Clear communication with customers, colleagues and global teams in Hebrew and English
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel occasionally, as project needs require

Nice to have: Experience with Applied Materials or similar process equipment, project management training or certification, and familiarity with cleanroom operations.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Not Specified

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.