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

Location:

Singapore,SGP

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The Hardware Qualification and Development Support Team (DST) Engineer plays a critical role in supporting hardware development and qualification activities for advanced semiconductor equipment. This position involves hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and process improvement to ensure hardware reliability and compliance with design specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tool build, integration, testing and troubleshooting

• Ensure tool remains up for Process and other hardware qualifications

• Work with Clean Room Facilities group to specify facilities requirements

• Understand facilities availability and needs of the tool and work with the facilities group to manage & troubleshoot any facilities related issues

• High level technical knowledge in at least one R&D discipline (Optic, Electronic, Motion, SEM): (1) Support R&D module owner in “Off & On Tool” Module Integration, Calibration and Qualification (2) Qualify Module performance to spec (on & off tool) (3) Support R&D Development (C&F) activities

• Qualification of non-system components (isolated from application)

• Define & execute Qualification plans; Define, execute and qualify calibration procedures (off and on tool)

• Performs all standard service activities through Tier I. Able to perform routine preventative maintenance within established timeframes. Completes quality repairs

• Responds to customer tool issues by communicating with other engineers and participating in escalation conference calls

• May participate in projects to reduce costs and increase uptime.

• Verifies operational quality of system equipment. Assists senior engineers as needed

• Applies diagnostic techniques and use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers

• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems. Uses training and experience to identify some process, software or hardware related system problems.

• Strives to perform BKM’s. Uses knowledge management systems. Follows all IP guidelines.

• Assumes responsibility for complete customer satisfaction within work area

• Assists in planning, communicating, and coordinating support plans with customer management

• Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in hardware qualification, testing, or development support in semiconductor or high-tech equipment industry.

• Hands-on experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, and failure analysis.

• Strong understanding of hardware design principles and reliability testing methodologies.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Work Location

• Fusionopolis (One North)

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

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.