Engineering Technician II - (T2)

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking an Engineering Technician II to perform complex electro-mechanical technical work involving electronics and electro-mechanical systems, prototypes, test equipment, tools, and fixtures. The position tests and troubleshoots system- and component-level electrical and mechanical issues with minimal supervision, and may handle complex new-system and NPI installations and field upgrades, sometimes working from limited or no documentation. The technician investigates issues, compiles and documents data, recommends product-performance improvements, prepares logbooks, technical reports, and test procedures, and assists with developing and implementing documented procedures. The role performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms in accordance with engineering and manufacturing documentation and specifications. It requires a strong understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, effective cross-functional communication, and the ability to provide technical input, train junior technicians, and serve as a technical resource for a product or platform. The role may also serve as a Quality Lead. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, with travel required 10% of the time. It is a full-time regular role, and relocation is not offered. The stated salary range is $24.50–$34.10; the selected candidate’s offer depends on factors including location, grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates may also be eligible for bonus and stock awards, as applicable.

Requirements

Full understanding of the company’s manufacturing and/or engineering processes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interface effectively across departments and functions.
Good writing skills for logbooks, test procedures, and technical reports.
Ability to apply technical knowledge to solve difficult problems with little or no precedent.
Ability to observe and follow safety standards, policies, procedures, and practices.

Responsibilities

Perform complex electro-mechanical work, including design, testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental circuitry, prototypes, specialized test equipment, tools, and test fixtures.
Test and troubleshoot system- and component-level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and subsystems with minimal supervision.
Perform complex new-system and NPI installations and field upgrades as needed, including assignments with limited or no documentation.
Investigate issues, compile and document data, and recommend changes to improve product performance using applicable reporting processes.
Compile logbooks and test-procedure documentation; write complex technical reports and test procedures.
Assist in revising, developing, and implementing documented procedures.
Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and process testing on Applied Materials platforms according to engineering and manufacturing documentation and specifications.
Follow safety and security requirements, use protective equipment and materials properly, maintain a safe and clean work environment, and promptly report accidents, injuries, hazards, or emergencies.
Provide management with technical input to address system-level and manufacturing-process problems.
Train lower-level Engineering Technicians and provide standard-work and workmanship-skills training.
Serve as a technical resource for a particular platform or product and troubleshoot and resolve issues.
Work with Engineering to develop NPI procedures and documentation; may serve as a Quality Lead.
May act as a team lead, allocate work, and provide subject-matter guidance to junior team members.