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Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$120,000.00 - $165,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX, Hsinchu,TWN, Santa Clara,CA, Singapore,SGP

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. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee fieldwork execution across operational audits and investigations (scope areas include but not limited to Construction, Ethics & Compliance Investigations); accountable for audit objectives, team quality standards, and timely delivery. Review and approve workpapers in AuditBoard/Optro and ensure performance standards are met across the team.
• Lead audit planning for operational audits and advisory engagements: direct process interviews and walkthroughs, establish testing standards, and build deep subject matter expertise across assigned scopes; mentor and guide junior auditors through all planning activities.
• Lead and oversee construction and capital project audits (in coordination with Legal, project management, and business partners): direct reviews of project controls, cost management, contractor compliance, and change order integrity; accountable for audit quality, well-documented findings, and timely communication to project owners and senior stakeholders.
• Lead advisory engagements and specialized risk area reviews: partner with business stakeholders to assess emerging risks, provide control recommendations, and deliver advisory outputs; apply professional judgment and guide team members in applying established audit frameworks.
• Execute the Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) process: coordinate with Legal, business leaders, and the CAE to identify fraud risk scenarios, evaluate the design and effectiveness of anti-fraud controls, and report results and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Own findings identification and communication: review and approve methodology, evidence, and conclusions; perform risk assessments based on enterprise risk frameworks when consolidating issues; present results to senior stakeholders and the CAE, and drive alignment on remediation.
• Demonstrate proven relationship‑building skills to influence stakeholders and achieve alignment on audit findings and remediation plans.
• Accountable for follow-through to closure: secure and review management action plans, oversee quarterly remediation tracking, and report progress to the audit Director; ensure complete scope descriptions and artifacts are maintained in AuditBoard/Optro (including survey workflows).
• Serve as Engagement Manager for operational audit and advisory engagements end-to-end, ensuring alignment with objectives, stakeholder expectations, and audit standards; provide leadership and close supervision to the audit team.
• Drive development and enhancement of audit methods, templates, and other GIA projects; recommend scope adjustments based on professional judgment; evaluate and develop direct reports.

Minimum qualifications

• 7–10 years of proven experience in internal audit, investigations, or compliance in complex, global environments, including demonstrated experience managing or leading audit teams and accountability for outcomes on high-risk, high-complexity engagements.
• Advanced proficiency with audit tools and documentation systems (AuditBoard/Optro) and IIA standards; ability to establish and enforce quality standards across a team.
• Demonstrated interest in AI and emerging technologies, with a mindset toward applying them to audit work to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive reporting skills; proven ability to lead and develop a team, manage competing priorities, and drive alignment in a complex global environment. Education: Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Certifications: CFE, CIA, CPA (or progress toward).
• Experience with SAP ERP environments and data analysis in audit work
• Expertise in construction and capital project auditing — project controls, contractor billing and compliance, change orders, cost-to-complete, CapEx governance, lien waivers, and retainage; track record presenting findings to senior leadership and the CAE.
• Strong working knowledge of ethics & compliance investigations (e.g., evidence handling, stakeholder coordination, privilege considerations) and comfort presenting sensitive findings.
• Multilingual capability is a plus (English, Mandarin Chinese, other European languages)

Functional Knowledge

• In-depth conceptual and practical expertise in internal audit and related disciplines (construction project controls, capital expenditure governance, contract compliance); serves as a subject matter authority across the Construction Audit pillar.

Business Expertise

• Applies advanced knowledge of best practices; drives integration across functions; maintains expert awareness of regulatory, compliance, and competitive landscape relevant to the pillar.

Leadership

• Manages and develops a team of auditors; adapts plans and priorities to meet operational challenges; accountable for team performance, development, and results

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational, and organizational audit problems; draws on deep expertise and cross-functional perspective to drive sound, defensible conclusions.

Interpersonal Skills

• Guides, influences, and persuades senior stakeholders internally and externally through audit findings and executive relationship management; drives alignment and remediation at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.