Manufacturing Technician III - (T3)

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions, crucial for new semiconductor chips and advanced displays. The equipment we create and service is essential for advancing AI and commercializing next-generation semiconductor chips. As a Manufacturing Technician, you will work hands-on in a cleanroom environment to build and test multimillion-dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment. This role involves building, repairing, and testing various equipment, including electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components. You will perform electro-mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and repairs, as well as conduct audits to ensure parts availability and inspect for defects. Utilizing test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and vacuum pumps, you will test assemblies, complete documentation, perform repairs, and install software to drive continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree
• 2–4 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience
• Related technical trainings and certifications

Nice To Haves

• Solid analytical skills, and an ability to problem-solve using established operating procedures or scientific methods
• Demonstrated capability to operate as a peer leader and trainer
• Demonstrated proficiency for required semiconductor manufacturing concepts and processes
• ASSEET BSEET (DeVry, TSTC)

Responsibilities

• Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components)
• Perform a wide variety of electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs
• Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available; inspect parts for defects; troubleshoot and improve processes
• Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies and components
• Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details; perform computer programming, repair or software installs, as needed
• Work independently with minimal supervision, and serve as an informal resource for junior colleagues

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
• Opportunities to take on challenges and drive innovative solutions
• Empowerment to push boundaries and learn every day in a supportive global company
• Commitment to employee health and wellbeing through programs and support
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree