Manufacturing Engineer III

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer III in Billerica, MA. The engineer develops and maintains methods, operating sequences and processes for fabricating parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies, works with other engineering functions to coordinate product releases, and uses engineering principles to reduce manufacturing costs, improve quality and set time standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain methods, operating sequences and processes for fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Coordinate the release of product improvements and new products with other engineering functions and manage manufacturing engineering projects as needed.
• Lead the team in applying design for excellence (DFx) principles to reduce manufacturing and product costs and improve quality.
• Determine time standards and recommend tooling and process requirements.
• Develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results and assess work methods, procedures and policies.
• Identify root causes of issues during assembly or system testing, perform Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis and provide reports as needed.
• Mentor and train junior-level engineers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree.
• 4-7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem solving on the job.
• Preferred: solid interpersonal skills, including explaining difficult or sensitive information clearly and building consensus.

Required skills

• Lean principles, automation and continuous improvement.
• Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis.

What we offer

• Salary of $96,000 to $132,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and a stock award program.

The position is full-time, regular and on-site, with no travel and no relocation eligibility. Physical requirements include prolonged standing, working in tight spaces and possibly in a clean room with personal protective equipment.