Engineering Technician II

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

Has developed analytical skills and application of scientific methods to perform a variety of activities
Has good understanding of how the team integrates with others
Has no supervisory responsibilities
Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods
Impacts the quality of own work
Uses communication skills to exchange of information
This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Responsibilities

Performs routine to moderately complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.
May test and troubleshoot system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems.
May perform new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or plans to perform routine testing and troubleshooting.
Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills.
May perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.
Observes all safety standards.
Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment.
Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices.
Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept.
Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly.
Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.
Becomes familiar with current manufacturing and/or engineering processes and stays informed of any changes in procedures.
Assists in the correction of problems.
May perform rework as a result of testing.
Generates Quality Notifications.