Principal Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Billerica, MA. The engineer designs and develops custom mechanical tooling and processes, handles the assembly and disassembly of parts and assemblies, and leads the mechanical side of R&D projects.

Key responsibilities

• Independently develop and implement concepts for complex product engineering solutions
• Determine material and fabrication processes for parts
• Lead or execute engineering projects and spearhead the mechanical aspects of the R&D team
• Troubleshoot complex engineering problems and perform tolerance analysis on parts and assemblies
• Perform engineering analysis and FEA simulation, and specify or carry out engineering tests
• Work with electrical, chemical and software engineering teams to define the mechanical aspects of equipment
• Review product specifications, invent new or improved sub-systems, and communicate with internal and external customers
• Interpret layouts, schematics, drawings and specifications, and review engineering documentation and processes
• Oversee technicians implementing assembly and testing, and visit manufacturing and customer sites to resolve first-time issues

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree
• 10-15 years of experience
• Deep technical expertise in equipment design, assembly and part fabrication
• Experience with semiconductor equipment, especially wet processing equipment, is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

What we offer

• Salary of $148,000 to $203,500
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program
• Full-time position, no travel required, relocation eligible