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:
$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

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 Mechanical Engineer, you'll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

• Key Responsibilities

• Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision.

• Technically lead and/or execute engineering projects, at the component and assembly level involving in, but not limited to, vacuum chamber technology, gas delivery, thermal management, electrostatic chuck, and materials engineering.

• Specify the development of, design, or modify engineering layouts/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of complex scope.

• Interface with internal and external customers regarding wide range of complex mechanical issues for specific projects including development of key suppliers.

• Generate product specifications and implement concepts for range of complex product issues and solutions.

• May be responsible for the design, development and implementation of custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. Establish standards across all operational processes. Serve as technical expert on specialized projects or programs.

• Define, coordinate, perform, and generate engineering test reports. Specify and review engineering documentation. Specify or perform engineering analysis of complex scope with limited to no supervision.

• Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in the field of mechanical engineering, especially in the area of thermal fluid systems.

• Business Expertise

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.

• Leadership

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.

• Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

• Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies.

• Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proficient in CAE and FEA software. Familiar with GD&T.
• Mechanical or systems engineering design experience in Capital equipment industry. Semiconductor or display equipment industry experience is highly preferred.

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.