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$100k–$137k/yr
Full-time
postgraduate degree
Health and wellbeing programs, Professional growth support, Bonus program, Stock award program
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Process Engineer will design and optimize manufacturing processes for semiconductor and display technologies while conducting data analysis and hardware characterization. They will also lead chemical analysis tool setups, perform failure analysis, and collaborate with R&D teams to implement new technologies.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field with experience in chemical analysis and plating processes. Proficiency in thin film characterization techniques and knowledge of statistical process control methodologies are highly preferred.
Full job description
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
Salary:
$100,000.00 - $136,500.00
Location:
Santa Clara,CA
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.
As a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible technology shaping the future.
Description
This role requires you to continuously learn about new developments in advanced packaging and make decisions about processes, chemistries, materials and tools to meet product requirements.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Chemistry engineering experience especially related to plating process and chemical analysis in a development or manufacturing environment preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred
Experience in advanced packaging processing preferred
Experience with chemical analysis tools preferred
Experience on metrology equipment, FA systems (AOI, AOS, CSAM, and 3D x-ray CT), and reliability tools.
Knowledge of process control and statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
Proficient with thin film characterization techniques (SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, SIMS, etc.)
Ability to independently drive projects and deliver a product.
Key Responsibilities
The ability to complete the project and deliver the product.
Assist with automation wet process demonstrations, to include tool preparation, processing wafers, measuring wafers, analysis the chemicals, documentation
Assist with High volume manufacturing tool set-up and process optimization of wet process
Lead chemical analysis tools set-up involving chemical analysis and chemical testing
Conduct electrochemical testing/analysis to investigate impact on wet process results
Assist with Root Cause Analysis: Drive deep-dive Failure Analysis
Assist with High volume manufacturing tool set-up, FA and reliability test
Functional Knowledge
Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Business Expertise
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Leadership
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impact
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, 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.
Related keywords
SemiconductorMaterials ScienceChemical EngineeringPlating ProcessAdvanced PackagingMetrologyFailure AnalysisSPCThin FilmSEMTEMXRDXPSSIMSAutomationWet Process
We deliver material innovation that changes the world.
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Santa Clara, CA
LinkedIn followers
676,308
Total funding
$2.2B
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor and advanced display in the world. The technology we create is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation chips. At Applied, we push the boundaries of science and engineering to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
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