Mechanical Engineer (Facilities)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 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. Learn more about our benefits. As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues. The Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical expert supporting multiple semiconductor lab facilities within the SCLA portfolio. This role provides engineering governance, detailed technical review, capacity planning, commissioning leadership, and lifecycle stewardship of complex facility mechanical systems. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate closely with Facilities Operations, Design & Construction, EHS, IFM partners, and crossfunctional engineering teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations aligned with business needs. This position reports directly to the Director of Facilities & Engineering (SCLA).

Requirements

• Functional Knowledge
• Deep expertise in mechanical engineering, with broad understanding of electrical, controls, and process utility systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing codes, Title 24, NFPA, and environmental requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Office (Word, Excel, Project), and preferred experience with Revit/BIM, SCADA platforms (GE Cimplicity), and CMMS systems (Maximo).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electromechanical systems including pneumatics, robotics interfaces, vacuum systems, and cleanroom support equipment.
• Business Expertise
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, or comparable high tech/industrial environments.
• Experience with contract management, vendor oversight, bid reviews, and negotiation.
• Ability to evaluate budgets, contribute to fiscal planning, and support financial governance.
• Anticipates regulatory changes and recommends facility modifications accordingly.
• Leadership
• Leads cross functional technical projects with notable risk/complexity.
• Highly effective at multitasking and rapid response in operational events.
• Develops execution strategies for engineering tasks, upgrades, and system transitions.
• Promotes a culture of safety, collaboration, and engineering excellence.
• Problem Solving
• Performs structured troubleshooting, complex problem solving, and RCA with broad business impact.
• Applies conceptual and innovative engineering thinking to develop practical, cost effective solutions.
• Impact
• Influences direction and resource allocation related to IFM operations, mechanical infrastructure, and engineering strategy.
• Contributes to long term reliability and operational readiness of mission critical facilities.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Coordinates with multiple internal and external groups to minimize downtime and business interruptions.
• Communicates complex ideas clearly; anticipates objections and influences senior stakeholders effectively.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Qualifications
• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 7–10+ years mechanical engineering design experience for industrial facilities, labs, cleanrooms, data centers, or campus utility systems.
• Experience with HVAC, chillers/boilers, process piping, utility distribution, and cleanroom mechanical systems.
• Able to independently execute mechanical engineering design and project support.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential.

Nice To Haves

• California PE (Mechanical) strongly preferred.
• LEED accreditation a plus.
• Experience with Revit/BIM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership & Governance
• Provide technical oversight and engineering review of mechanical designs, Basis of Design (BOD), construction documents, tool hookups, system upgrades, and fitup packages.
• Review, approve, and stamp mechanical drawings and specifications (where applicable).
• Develop and maintain sitespecific design criteria and mechanical engineering standards in collaboration with Facilities Operations, EHS, and D&C.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical system issues and develop corrective/preventive action plans.
• Facilities Systems Management
• Oversee mechanical systems for semiconductor facilities, including:
• Scrubbed exhaust systems
• RO/DI
• PCW
• WWT
• HVAC (MAU, AHU, chillers, boilers, cleanroom air systems)
• BMS/SCADA controls and monitoring
• Evaluate existing and emerging mechanical technologies to reduce operating cost, improve capacity, increase redundancy, and enhance system reliability.
• Support critical system investigations and recovery actions to safely restore operations.
• Commissioning & Startup
• Lead commissioning efforts—including prefunctional checklists, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and acceptance for mechanical and utility systems.
• Validate sequence of operations and ensure alignment with site requirements and codes.
• Work with vendors and IFM partners to ensure proper turnover documentation including as-builts, SOOs, O&M manuals, balance reports, warranty files, and closeout packages.
• Capacity Planning & Infrastructure Upgrades
• Model system capacity, redundancy, and growth curves; identify constraints and propose expansion strategies.
• Conduct building condition assessments, develop lifecycle investment recommendations, and support major asset replacements.
• Identify and execute safety, compliance, capacity, redundancy, and cost saving initiatives across multiple facilities.
• IFM & Vendor Oversight
• Interact with and direct 3rdparty IFM providers to ensure proper operations and maintenance of mechanical, FLS, exhaust, and controls systems.
• Validate adherence to SOPs, PM programs, and contract requirements.
• Support incident investigations, close leading indicator gaps, and reinforce a proactive safety culture.
• CrossFunctional Collaboration
• Partner with Facilities Ops, D&C, EHS, Process Engineering, BU tool owners, Planning, and Construction teams to enable reliable operations and minimize downtime.
• Support tool installations, shutdown coordination, design reviews, and construction interfaces.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both engineering and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Budgeting & Business Alignment
• Assist with development of departmental budgets; manage assigned projects within scope, schedule, and cost.
• Provide engineering input to capital planning, project forecasting, and TCO optimization strategies.
• Recommend improvements to processes, programs, and facility systems in alignment with business needs.

What This Job Offers

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