Metrology Ops and Customer Quality Engineer lll - (E3)

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking a Metrology Ops and Customer Quality Engineer to inspect and qualify supplier materials and support customer and operational quality. The role uses Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming and operation to validate incoming material against part-print specifications, and develops inspection and testing methods that improve precision and accuracy while reducing measurement error. The engineer develops procedures and documentation, applies company and customer quality standards, analyzes operational data, recommends corrective actions, and evaluates work methods and policies.

The role tracks qualification status, reviews reliability test results, determines disposition of non-compliant products, and reviews and releases qualification packs. It requires interpreting technical drawings and specifications, adapting measuring devices and inspection procedures as needed, and reducing qualification cycle time and cost without compromising quality. The engineer works with a functional team and collaborates with colleagues across metrology sites to develop and share measurement best practices. One position is available on first shift. The role is based in Austin, Texas, includes travel of 10% of the time, and is eligible for relocation.

Requirements

• Conceptual and practical expertise in the metrology discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Knowledge of best practices and how the role's area integrates with other areas.
• Ability to solve complex problems using judgment and analysis of multiple information sources.
• Ability to explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus.
• Knowledge of metrology practices and CMM Zeiss Calypso experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Nice To Haves

• Detailed knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for dimensional metrology inspections.
• Experience with metrology hand tools, including surface plates, pin gages, calipers, micrometers, height gages, and dial indicators for open-layout inspection.
• Advanced experience programming Zeiss CMM Calypso.
• Experience with Mitutoyo Automated Optical Inspection (optional).
• Knowledge of precision machining, secondary processes, coatings, and plating (desirable/optional).
• Zeiss O-Inspect experience.
• Industrial CT scanning experience.
• Willingness to share metrology best practices in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines to validate incoming supplier material against part-print specifications.
• Design and implement inspection, testing, and evaluation methods and procedures for products and production equipment, reducing measurement error.
• Develop methods, parameters, project methodologies, and project proposals.
• Develop procedures and prepare documentation for inspection and testing procedures.
• Recommend corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies.
• Develop and apply quality standards in accordance with company and customer requirements, and develop and conduct related tests.
• Analyze operational data and develop and implement recommendations.
• Participate in and potentially lead internal and supplier audits.
• Evaluate work methods, procedures, and policies.
• Track qualification status, review reliability test results, determine disposition of non-compliant products, and review and release qualification packs.
• Use drawings, specifications, industry standards, and sketches; adapt inspection measuring devices and procedures when necessary.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specification requirements.
• Reduce qualification cycle time and cost while meeting quality performance requirements.
• Collaborate with a functional team and share measurement best-known methods across metrology sites.
• Act as a resource for less-experienced colleagues and potentially lead small projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for a bonus and 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.
• Relocation eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed