Director, Process Engineer

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

Requirements

Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices
Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions
Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy
Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment
Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business
Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Responsibilities

Directs a process technology group responsible for research, development and implementation in new products and extensions or enhancements to existing product lines
Manages unusually complex, practical applications of scientific theory and processes in the development and ongoing technical management of the unit's products
Leads alpha engineering program regarding all process technology related issues for the unit's product line
Lead for alpha and beta product release for business unit's product line
Interacts and offers solutions to address external customers unusually complex process issues to address customers High Value Problems (HVP) involving the business unit's product line
Participates in strategic planning to integrate research and development processes with both the unit and the Product Business Group's overall business plan
Provides approval guidelines and leadership to reporting process technology managers in the area of long-term strategy related to process development
Defines performance metrics and reports on organization's progress against specific goals