Manufacturing Engineer

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

6d•$96,000 - $132,000•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and maintain methods, operating sequences, and processes for fabricating parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. The role works with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and may manage manufacturing engineering projects. The engineer applies engineering principles and Design for Excellence (DFx) to estimate and reduce manufacturing or product costs and improve quality. 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 for assembly or system-testing issues. The position includes performing Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), preparing reports as needed, and mentoring and training junior engineers. The position is based in Austin, Texas. Travel is 10% of the time, and relocation is eligible. The role may involve clean-room work and the use of required personal protective equipment. The stated salary range is $96,000 to $132,000. The salary offered depends on factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Eligible candidates may also receive bonus and stock awards, as applicable.

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 with other engineering functions to release product improvements and new products, and manage manufacturing engineering projects as needed.
Lead a team 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.