Senior Supplier Engineer – PVD/CVD/ALD

About the role

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions that enable the production of every new chip and advanced display. The company designs, builds and services cutting‑edge equipment for semiconductor and display manufacturing. This role supports the development and qualification of thin‑film supplier technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expertise in thin‑film processes (PVD, CVD, ALD) and work with New Product Development teams to ensure clear engineering drawing requirements for suppliers.
• Participate in New Product Introduction to involve suppliers in specification development and promote design for manufacturability.
• Lead supplier selection, technical audits, performance evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolve quality problems, manage incidents, drive root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist cost planning by monitoring key cost drivers and sourcing new technologies from qualified suppliers.

Required profile

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in thin‑film technologies and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Understands best practices, market competition and how the supplier function integrates with other engineering areas.
• Acts as a resource for less‑experienced colleagues and can lead small, low‑risk projects.

Required skills

• PVD
• CVD
• ALD

What we offer

• Salary range $110,500 – $152,000 per year.
• Location in Santa Clara, CA with a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package, bonus and stock award programs.