Engineering Technician II - (T2) 1st Shift

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

About The Position

Applied Materials is hiring an Engineering Technician II to perform moderately complex electro-mechanical technical work supporting electronics and electro-mechanical systems. The role includes design, testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and assembly of systems, experimental circuitry, prototypes, specialized test equipment, tools, and fixtures. The technician tests and troubleshoots system- and component-level electrical and mechanical issues and may support new system and NPI installations and field upgrades. The position works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, and plans to conduct testing and troubleshooting. It also involves documenting logbooks and test procedures, assisting with department procedures, and performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms according to engineering and manufacturing specifications. The technician follows safety practices, maintains a clean and secure work environment, stays current with manufacturing and engineering processes, and assists with corrective actions, rework, remedies for malfunctions, and Quality Notifications. This is a physically demanding position and may require work in a clean room with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Developed 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 provide solutions to atypical or infrequently occurring problems based on existing precedents or procedures.
Ability to communicate regularly to exchange information.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting.
Ability to distinguish between colors.
Ability to 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, which may include coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.

Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex electro-mechanical technical activities, including design, testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and assembly.
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.
Perform testing and troubleshooting from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or plans.
Compile logbooks and test-procedure documentation.
Assist in revising, developing, and implementing department procedures.
Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms according to engineering and manufacturing documentation and specifications.
Observe safety standards, maintain a safe and clean work environment, attend required safety training, and follow safety and security policies and procedures.
Promptly report accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies and use protective equipment and tools appropriately.
Stay informed about changes in manufacturing and engineering processes and assist with correcting problems.
Perform necessary rework, help determine remedies for malfunctions, and generate Quality Notifications.
May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members.