Productivity Engineer

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Productivity Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. The role involves process engineering experiments, hardware characterization and root cause analysis, with travel of about 25% of the time.

Key responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on difficult process engineering experiments
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems
• Troubleshoot complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve process engineering issues
• Measure film properties and interpret data
• Generate internal documentation for products, presentations and technical reports
• Engage with customers to resolve complex process engineering issues, under limited supervision
• Identify, select and partner with vendors and suppliers
• Implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation
• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues and lead project teams as needed

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 4-7 years of related experience
• Demonstrated conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving

What we offer

• Salary of $124,000 to $171,000, 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