Mechanical Engineer

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions supporting semiconductor chips and advanced displays. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will apply physics, mathematics, and materials science to resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom tooling and associated processes, and enable handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You will design, develop, and modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications; oversee manufacturing and installation processes to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations; and coordinate procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects. You will also identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

The position involves identifying and troubleshooting complex mechanical problems, leading or executing engineering projects, developing suppliers, and communicating with internal and external customers. The engineer will develop product solutions, establish operational process standards, prepare specifications and test reports, perform or coordinate engineering analyses, and serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7–10 years of experience.
• Subject-matter expertise with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis, and/or Design for Excellence principles.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection, and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot a wide range of complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision.
• Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers.
• Develop, design, or modify engineering layouts, schematics, drawings, or specifications of complex scope.
• Communicate with internal and external customers about complex mechanical issues for specific projects.
• Implement concepts to address complex product issues and develop solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes.
• Enable the handling, assembly, and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Establish standards across operational processes.
• Serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs.
• Generate product specifications.
• Define, coordinate, perform, and generate engineering test reports.
• Specify and review engineering documentation.
• Specify or perform complex engineering analysis.
• Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence various perspectives.
• Oversee manufacturing and installation processes and ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Coordinate procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects.
• Identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus program and a stock award program, as applicable.
• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Programs and support for employee health, wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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