Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
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 help…
Skills: CAD Software, Thermodynamics, Sheet Metal Design, Material Selection, Manufacturing Methods
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$111k–$152k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Quality Assurance, Reliability Engineering, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Problem Solving
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Hardware Characterization, Root Cause Analysis, Data Analysis, Hardware Testing, Debugging
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$29/hr–$39/hr
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 help…
Skills: Electro-mechanical Troubleshooting, System Assembly, Circuitry Design, Prototype Modeling, Schematic Reading
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
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 help…
Skills: CAD Software, Thermodynamics, Sheet Metal Design, Material Selection, Manufacturing Methods
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Hardware Characterization, Root Cause Analysis, Data Analysis, Hardware Testing, Debugging
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$180k–$247k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Modern C++, Python, C#, Java, Rust
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$180k–$247k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Modern C++, Python, C#, Java, Rust
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$134k–$184k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Project Planning, Project Scheduling, Resource Coordination, Budget Management, Purchase Requisition Management
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$152k–$209k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Modern C++, Python, C#, Java, Rust
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Product Change Management, Engineering Change Order, Bill Of Materials, Product Roadmap Implementation, Cost Reduction
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
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 help…
Skills: CAD Software, Thermodynamics, Sheet Metal Design, Material Selection, Manufacturing Methods
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$34/hr
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 help…
Skills: Electro-mechanical Troubleshooting, Circuitry Design, Prototype Assembly, System Testing, Schematic Reading
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$111k–$152k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Technical Project Management, Cross-functional Leadership, Risk Management, Product Development Lifecycle, NPI
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$116k–$160k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Chemical Mechanical Planarization, Data Analytics, Wafer Fab Operations, Root Cause Diagnostics, Continuous Improvement Projects
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Mechanical System Design, Fluid Handling, FEA, CFD, 3D CAD
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Process Engineering, Data Analysis, Hardware Characterization, Film Property Measurement, Technical Documentation
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$185k–$254k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Process Engineering, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Technical Leadership
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Process Engineering, Hardware Characterization, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$111k–$152k/yr
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 help…
Skills: Quality Standards, Reliability Testing, Failure Analysis, FMECA, CRAMS
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The role involves identifying and troubleshooting complex mechanical problems and designing mechanical layouts, schematics, and custom tooling. The engineer will lead projects, develop product specifications, and communicate technical solutions to build consensus.
A bachelor's degree and 4-7 years of experience are required, with demonstrated expertise in CAD, thermodynamics, and GD&T. Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle and prototyping is preferred.
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.
Salary:
$124,000.00 - $171,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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.
Identify and troubleshoot a variety of difficult mechanical problems with limited supervision
Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering test reports
Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of difficult scope
Perform engineering analysis of difficult scope with limited supervision
Technically lead or execute projects; develop key suppliers and generate mechanical product specifications
Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across all operational processes
Specify and review engineering documentation
Implement concepts for a variety of complex product issues and mechanical solutions
Clearly communicate complex or sensitive information; build consensus
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
4-7 years of experience
Demonstrated experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or • Design for Excellence principle
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods
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.
We deliver material innovation that changes the world.
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. We look forward to engaging with you on compelling topics about the semiconductor industry. We want to hear from you, but offensive comments that create an unpleasant environment for our community will be removed. Thanks for your understanding.
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