Senior Engineering Technician

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Senior Engineering Technician in Santa Clara, CA. The role involves complex electro-mechanical work on AMAT platforms, troubleshooting and supporting engineering and manufacturing processes, with a salary of $39.00 - $53.40.

Key responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical functions such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, test equipment, tools and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot system-level and component-level problems in electrical and mechanical systems independently, and carry out new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• Work from limited or no documentation, write technical reports and test procedures, compile logbooks and recommend changes.
• Test mechanically, electrically, pneumatically and under vacuum on AMAT platforms against Engineering and Manufacturing specifications.
• Provide training to lower-level technicians, help develop procedures and documentation for NPI, and may act as Quality Lead or assist the supervisor with resource planning.
• Follow all safety standards, report hazards and accidents, and wear required PPE in clean rooms.

Required profile

• Physical demands: standing long hours, lifting, climbing stairs and ladders, working in tight spaces and noisy environments, and operating hand and power tools and heavy machinery such as forklifts.
• Clean room work may require coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators and face shields.
• Full understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to interface across departments.
• Recognized as an expert on a particular platform or product, with strong troubleshooting skills.

What we offer

• Salary of $39.00 - $53.40.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program.
• 10% travel time; relocation is not eligible.