Systems Engineer I - 2027 Engineer Development Rotation Program

About the role

Applied Materials is looking for new college graduates to join its 2027 Engineer Development Rotation Program (Fusion) in Gloucester, MA. The program sits within the Semiconductor Equipment business unit and is designed to attract, train and retain early-career engineers. Participants start in summer 2027 on the campus and complete rotational assignments over the first two years, covering three or four engineering departments and one manufacturing department, before choosing a full-time position.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine assignments in an entry-level to professional job progression, using existing procedures to solve standard problems.
• Write the portion of the system engineering specification relating to your technical expertise.
• Work on system engineering projects combining electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithm and software design.
• Run tests and give feedback to product engineering and software on new designs and ongoing improvements.
• Troubleshoot engineering problems, including serviceability and manufacturability.
• Work with System Integration during assembly and final testing of products.
• Learn the MRS and ensure new hardware and software designs are reliable, safe, user-friendly and maintainable.
• Review external equipment interfaces and keep architecture documentation up to date.

Required profile

• Graduating with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related field.
• Good academic standing, with a preferred GPA above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Able to solve complex problems, judge from multiple sources of information and build consensus.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a results-driven culture.
• Previous internship or related experience and demonstrated leadership in associations are considered.

What we offer

• Salary of $78,500 to $108,000, depending on location, hire grade, skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible bonus and stock award participation.
• On-site work in Gloucester, MA, with travel of about 10% of the time; relocation eligible.