NPI Manufacturing Engineer III (E3)
About The Position
Applied Materials is seeking a hands-on New Product Manufacturing Engineer to build and integrate X-ray inspection and metrology systems and support product safety certification. The engineer personally builds first-article systems and develops repeatable production processes. The role requires mechanical and electrical build skills, SolidWorks proficiency, and the ability to resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is self-directed, able to own projects with minimal supervision, and comfortable working in a cleanroom. The position drives projects from planning through production release, collaborates with stakeholders on manufacturing, test, and sourcing strategies, and supports product compliance testing and certification. It also provides technical support and training to Applied Materials and contract manufacturing resources, including piece-part suppliers, for new product introductions. The role may require travel 10% of the time and is based in Benicia, California.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- At least 4 years of manufacturing engineering experience in capital equipment.
- Demonstrated experience personally building first-article or prototype electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, including modifying existing models, assemblies, and drawings.
- Hands-on experience supporting UL/IEC 61010-1, CE, or SEMI S2 certification.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams, with working knowledge of harnessing, panel wiring, and power distribution.
- Ability to independently drive projects to completion with minimal direction.
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
- Strong sense of urgency and ownership.
- Ability to meet the position's physical and cleanroom requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment as applicable.
- Understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with those standards.
Nice To Haves
- Semiconductor capital equipment experience.
- Experience with X-ray, vacuum, or precision motion systems.
Responsibilities
- Build first-article and pilot systems hands-on in a cleanroom, including mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, system integration, and bring-up.
- Drive projects independently from planning through production release, working with stakeholders to develop and implement manufacturing, test, and sourcing strategies.
- Lead managed build processes for programs and projects.
- Develop and validate Operation Method Sheets (OMS) for medium-complexity modules in collaboration with the documentation team.
- Correct and update SolidWorks models, assemblies, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) to keep design data aligned with as-built configurations.
- Participate in design reviews and provide Design for Assembly (DFA) and manufacturability feedback to support cost, quality, and cycle-time goals.
- Execute change control processes, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Non-Standard Requests (NSRs), Change Control Board (CCB) reviews, Supplier Problem Sheets (SPSs), and Engineering Specification Waivers (ESWs).
- Document product issues and improvement opportunities, perform Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA), and lead disposition of issues requiring Long Term Corrective Action (LTCA).
- Support product compliance testing and certification, including test preparation, pre-compliance checks, gap fixes, coordination with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs), and maintenance of technical files through changes.
- Provide technical support and training to Applied Materials and contract manufacturing resources, including piece-part suppliers, for new product introductions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus and stock award program, as applicable.
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
- Programs and support focused on employee health, wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
