New College Grad - Process Engineer - Doctorate (Winter 2026)
About The Position
Applied Materials is hiring a new college graduate Process Engineer to design and optimize manufacturing processes for semiconductor and display manufacturing technologies. The role involves collecting and analyzing data, conducting experiments and hardware characterization, troubleshooting engineering issues, measuring film properties, preparing technical documentation, and engaging with customers to resolve concerns. The engineer will also work with vendors and suppliers and become familiar with implementing new technologies, products, and analytical instrumentation. The Process Engineer will collaborate with globally recognized R&D teams on research and development projects involving advanced semiconductor and display technologies. Work is varied and involves addressing complex engineering challenges. The position is full-time, based in Santa Clara, California, and includes travel of approximately 10%. Relocation is available. The anticipated start window for ideal candidates is Winter 2026 (November 2026 to February 2027). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with an application deadline of October 23, 2026; the role may close earlier based on application volume or candidate selection.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in one or more semiconductor processes, such as CVD, ALD, PVD, etch, or epitaxy, or in material characterization methods such as FTIR, XPS, or XRD.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the semiconductor fab or equipment industry.
- Availability to start full-time in Winter 2026 (November 2026 to February 2027).
Responsibilities
- Collect data, analyze results, and compile reports on basic process engineering experiments.
- Perform hardware characterization on basic systems.
- Troubleshoot problems, perform root cause analysis, and resolve basic process engineering issues.
- Measure film properties and organize data and reports for review.
- Generate internal product documentation, presentations, and technical reports.
- Communicate and engage with customers to resolve basic process engineering issues or concerns under direct supervision.
- Work with vendors and suppliers under direct supervision.
- Become familiar with implementing new technologies, products, and analytical instrumentation.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Potential eligibility for a bonus program and stock awards.
- Relocation assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
