Electrical Engineer – Value Engineering
About The Position
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. General Profile: Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of electrical engineering expertise, with strong application in cost optimization, supply chain alignment, and product lifecycle improvement. Interprets internal and external business drivers—including cost, supply risk, manufacturability, and performance—and applies best practices to deliver value-driven engineering solutions. Solves complex electrical and system-level problems by balancing design intent, reliability, cost, and supply chain considerations. Takes a broad, systems-level perspective to identify innovative and scalable solutions. Works independently with guidance only in the most complex situations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 7–10 years of experience in electrical engineering, including electronic systems, power systems, or controls
- Strong experience in areas such as circuit design, PCB layout, power systems, grounding/shielding, and component selection
- Demonstrated application of Design for Excellence (DfX), particularly cost and manufacturability
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and interface with suppliers on technical solutions
Nice To Haves
- Experience in value engineering, cost reduction, or supply chain engineering environments
- Knowledge of Applied Materials / Varian product lifecycle, including NPI, ECO processes, and supplier engagement
- Experience with power systems, process power, controls, and complex electrical subsystems
- Familiarity with semiconductor capital equipment and high-reliability electronic systems
- Experience in multi-sourcing, should-cost analysis, and supplier qualification
- Strong understanding of system-level integration (electrical with mechanical and controls)
Responsibilities
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex electrical and electronic issues across systems, subsystems, and components, with emphasis on cost reduction, supply resilience, and reliability
- Lead or execute value engineering initiatives including cost reduction (CR), multi-sourcing, electrical redesign, and supplier transitions
- Develop, design, or modify electrical architectures, schematics, PCBAs, harnessing, and power/control systems for complex applications
- Partner with strategic suppliers to develop, qualify, and optimize electrical components and assemblies, including PCBAs, power supplies, and cable/harness solutions
- Apply Design for Cost (DfC), Design for Manufacturability (DfM), and Design for Supply Chain (DfSC) principles to electrical designs and assemblies
- Support and lead ECO evaluation and execution, ensuring design changes deliver cost benefit while managing risk and operational impact
- Support NPI cost evaluation and design convergence, ensuring electrical designs meet cost, performance, and manufacturability targets
- Work cross-functionally with Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Program Management, and Manufacturing teams to drive end-to-end value improvements across systems
- Define, coordinate, and execute electrical testing and validation, including system-level performance, power distribution, grounding/shielding, and reliability testing
- Perform engineering analysis such as power analysis, signal integrity, thermal-electrical interactions, and component selection optimization
- Generate and review electrical specifications, test plans, and technical documentation to ensure clarity and alignment across stakeholders
- Contribute to value tracking activities, including cost savings validation, PPV tracking, and value opportunity identification
- Communicate complex technical trade-offs (cost, performance, reliability) clearly and influence decisions across engineering and business functions
Benefits
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
- Empowerment to push boundaries and learn every day
- Programs and support for employee health and wellbeing
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Potential eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
