Metrology Ops and Customer Quality Engineer III

About the role

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that underpin virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display. The equipment we design, build and service is essential for advancing AI and next‑generation semiconductor technologies. Join a dynamic team in Austin where you will help ensure supplier material meets strict dimensional specifications and drive continuous improvement in metrology processes.

Key responsibilities

• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to validate incoming supplier material against part print specifications.
• Design, implement and document inspection, testing and evaluation methods that reduce measurement error.
• Develop project methodologies, proposals and qualification packs, and track qualification status.
• Analyze operational data, recommend corrective actions and implement process improvements.
• Participate in, and occasionally lead, internal and supplier audits.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications and industry standards to adapt inspection devices and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to share metrology best practices and reduce qualification cycle time and cost.

Required profile

• Detailed knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for dimensional metrology inspections.
• Experience with hand tools for metrology such as surface plates, pin gauges, calipers and micrometers.
• Advanced proficiency in Zeiss CMM Calypso programming and familiarity with Zeiss O‑Inspect.
• Ability to lead small projects, solve complex problems and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to work the 2nd or 3rd shift and travel up to 20% of the time.

Required skills

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming
• Zeiss Calypso software
• ASME Y14.5 GD&T
• Metrology hand tools (surface plates, pin gauges, calipers, micrometers)
• Mitutoyo Automated Optical Inspection (optional)
• Industrial CT scanning (optional)
• Knowledge of precision machining, secondary processes, coatings and plating (optional)