Senior Materials Engineer – Thin Film & Coating Development

About the role

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that underpin every new semiconductor chip and advanced display. The equipment we design and service drives AI advancement and next‑generation semiconductor commercialization. Join us to push the boundaries of materials science in a supportive, innovative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead thin‑film and coating development, designing process DOEs to meet material property requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive thin‑film/coating and materials characterizations.
• Control and mitigate thin‑film/coating defects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for quality problem resolution, incident management, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Identify and drive systemic supplier resolutions at the process level.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics (Ph.D. preferred).
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience in semiconductor coating processes.
• Proven ability to lead moderate‑complexity projects and drive technical solutions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills using methodologies such as 8D and Six Sigma.

Required skills

• Thin‑film and coating development.
• Process design of experiments (DOE).
• Materials and surface characterization techniques.
• Defect control and quality analysis.
• Thermal CVD processes.
• Thermal and gas‑flow modeling.
• Failure analysis of coated components.
• Six Sigma / 8D problem‑solving methodologies.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $108,000 – $148,500 per year.
• Supportive work culture with health, wellbeing, and professional‑growth programs, including relocation assistance.