Mechanical Engineer V

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$163,000.00 - $224,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. 

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

Independently, develops and implements concepts for range of significantly complex product issues and engineering solutions

Technically lead and/or execute engineering projects and spearhead research and development of new technologies, as appropriate

Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of significantly complex engineering problems

Specify or perform significantly complex engineering analysis

Interface with internal and external customers regarding significantly complex engineering issues to address customers High Value Problems (HVP) for a range of products

Generate product specifications. Define, coordinate, perform, and document engineering tests.

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

Specify and review engineering documentation and engineering processes

Will lead multiple projects for design and CIP of semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging tools, from concept to implementation in the lab.

Will lead system install and startup, and well as further CIP cycles if needed

Will work with cross functional teams- Process, Procurement and other Business groups

Functional Knowledge

• Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field

• Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function

Business Expertise

• Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements 

Leadership

• Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution

Problem Solving

• Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Impact

• Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

Successful candidates must be eligible to lawfully receive export-controlled information, without the need for the company to seek a license.  Furthermore, since the role entails work on a US Government funded project, the successful candidate must also be able to meet the Government’s requirements for eligibility to participate in the project, without the need for the company to seek an exception/extraordinary approval. The Government’s requirements include certain restrictions on Nationality and Association/Affiliation with entities deemed to be of concern.

Required Skills:

• 10 years experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry, and demonstrated experience in Mechanical design.

• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiar with how semiconductor processing tools work

• Experience with vacuum systems

• Communication and presentations with the Executive team

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.

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