Process Engineer

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and displays, is hiring a Process Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. The engineer designs and optimizes manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor technologies, collects and analyzes data, performs hardware characterization, measures film properties, generates technical documentation and works with customers and vendors. The role partners with R&D teams on research and development projects.

Key responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on complex process engineering experiments for multiple products
• Characterize hardware and run hardware characterization on complex systems using defined methods and new technologies
• Produce internal and external documentation, presentations, technical reports and process engineering specifications
• Develop, plan and execute process engineering projects within safety guidelines
• Train engineers in film property measurements and guide them in interpreting data, new methods and troubleshooting
• Engage with customers to resolve complex process engineering issues with limited supervision
• Design and implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation
• Select and partner with vendors and suppliers, and lead functional teams or projects as needed

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 7-10 years of related experience
• Demonstrated conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving

What we offer

• Salary of $147,000 to $202,500, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible bonus and stock award program
• Supportive work culture focused on learning and career growth
• Relocation eligibility and travel of up to 10% of the time