Application Development Engineer (E3) - Metrology

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring an Application Development Engineer (E3) in Santa Clara, CA. The role centres on metrology and inspection in the eBeam/SEM domain, defining and implementing metrology solutions and working closely with customers.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement metrology solutions that address customer technology gaps
• Interface with customers on technical requirements, analyses and schedules
• Create and lead new methodologies to optimise system performance for specific applications
• Perform CnFs and qualify new metrology approaches
• Analyse, develop and transfer new application capabilities to customer sites
• Document BKMs and procedures, and deliver training to new employees and target customers
• Lead customer technical review meetings and complex problem-solving

Required profile

• Metrology and inspection expert in the eBeam/SEM domain
• At least 2 years of proven experience operating SEM metrology systems in the semiconductor industry
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from kick-off to completion, with clear planning and periodic/final reporting
• Ability to work individually and in groups, and to explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus

Required skills

• Strong data analytics skills
• Programming experience is a plus
• In-depth understanding of customer technologies and their critical gaps

What we offer

• Salary of $124,000 to $171,000, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program
• Supportive work culture focused on learning and career development