Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

7d•$110,500 - $152,000•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. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are responsible for developing and maintaining methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. You'll work closely with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and you'll use engineering principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Your expertise in lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and achieving higher levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You'll develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies to identify root cause issues and solutions that ensure operational success.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s degree, Master's degree preferred in Electrical, Mechanical or System Engineering
4-7 years of experience
Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job

Nice To Haves

Experience in ALD and vacuum process equipment is highly desired
Experience in Laser marking equipment and process is a plus
Solid interpersonal skills—including the ability to clearly explain difficult or sensitive information, and the ability to build consensus

Responsibilities

Lead team in preventative maintenance of process equipment, vacuum chambers
Hands on troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and system level failures
Develop procedures for preventive and corrective maintenance
Determine root causes and corrective actions for issues that arise on the floor; perform Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis; and provide reports as needed
Make recommendations for tooling and fixtures to improve process efficiency and quality
Lead team in using design for excellence (DFx) principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing and/or product costs, and to improve product quality
Develop and maintain all methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies
Work with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and manage manufacturing engineering projects as needed
Analyze production data, identify opportunities for process and equipment improvement
Develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and evaluate work methods, procedures, and policies
Mentor and train junior level engineers