Engineering Technician II - (T2) 1st Shift

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

3d•$25 - $35

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking an Engineering Technician II to perform moderately complex electro-mechanical technical work, including designing, testing, checking out, fabricating, modifying, troubleshooting, and assembling electronics and electro-mechanical systems. Work may involve experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools, and test fixtures. The technician tests and troubleshoots system- and component-level electrical and mechanical problems, and may perform new system and NPI installations and field upgrades. The role follows schematics, diagrams, descriptions, layouts, plans, and engineering or manufacturing documentation to perform testing and troubleshooting. It includes preparing logbooks and test-procedure documentation, helping develop and revise department procedures, and conducting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms. The technician also supports manufacturing and engineering processes, performs rework, helps determine remedies for malfunctions, and generates Quality Notifications. The position requires consistent attention to safety and maintaining a secure, clean, and healthy work environment. It is physically demanding and may involve extended standing, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing, lifting, distinguishing colors, exposure to noise, using hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery such as forklifts. Work in a clean room may require personal protective equipment, including coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields. This is a full-time, regular position on the first shift in Austin, Texas. Travel and relocation are not provided. The listed salary range is $25.00–$34.70; compensation depends on factors including location, hire grade, and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible candidates may also receive bonus and stock-award compensation, as applicable.

Requirements

Proficiency in a range of analytical processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks.
Good understanding of how the team integrates with others to achieve objectives.
Ability to solve atypical or infrequently occurring problems using existing precedents or procedures.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including extended standing, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting.
Ability to distinguish between colors and work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for individuals with noise sensitivity.
Ability to use hand and power tools and drive or operate heavy machinery, including forklifts.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment when working in a clean room or otherwise required.
Follow safety requirements and attend required health and safety training.

Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex electro-mechanical work, including design, testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, circuitry, prototypes, test equipment, tools, and fixtures.
Test and troubleshoot system-level and component-level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and subsystems.
May perform new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
Use schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, and plans to perform testing and troubleshooting.
Compile logbooks and test-procedure documentation, and assist with revising, developing, and implementing department procedures.
May perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms according to engineering and manufacturing documentation and specifications.
Follow safety standards, training, policies, procedures, and practices; use protective equipment and materials properly; maintain a safe and clean work environment; and promptly report accidents, injuries, hazards, or emergencies.
Stay informed about current manufacturing and engineering processes and procedural changes, and assist in correcting problems.
Perform necessary rework, assist in determining remedies for malfunctions, and generate Quality Notifications.
May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members.
Regularly exchange information with others using communication skills.