NPC Manufacturing Engineer III - (E3) Etch

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

1d • $96,000 - $132,000

About The Position

Applied Materials is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer III to develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. The role works closely with other engineering functions to coordinate product improvements and new-product releases, and may manage manufacturing engineering projects.

The engineer applies design for excellence (DFx), lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement to reduce manufacturing or product costs, improve quality, and increase productivity and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities also include setting time standards, recommending tooling and process requirements, developing and using test procedures, evaluating test results and work methods, and identifying root causes and corrective actions. The position supports new products through the pilot line and performs PDP Engineering tasks to support product commercialization into high-volume manufacturing. The engineer also mentors and trains junior engineers.

The role is based in Austin, Texas, and may involve travel 10% of the time. Physical demands may include extended standing and walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, distinguishing colors, working in a noisy environment, and using hand and power tools. Work may take place in a clean room and require personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 4–7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job.

Nice To Haves

• Solid interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain methods, operating sequences, and processes for fabricating parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Coordinate the release of product improvements and new products with other engineering functions, and manage manufacturing engineering projects as needed.
• Lead teams in applying design for excellence (DFx) principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing or product costs and improve product quality.
• Determine time standards and recommend tooling and process requirements.
• Develop and use test procedures; evaluate test results, work methods, procedures, and policies.
• Determine root causes and corrective actions for issues arising during assembly or system testing.
• Perform Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis and provide reports as needed.
• Mentor and train junior-level engineers.
• Support new products through the pilot line and perform PDP Engineering tasks to support commercialization into high-volume manufacturing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for participation in a bonus program.
• Potential eligibility for a stock award program, as applicable.
• Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and employee health and wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level