Senior Manager, Process Engineering - New Inflection Products

Applied Materials • Tempe, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking a Senior Manager of Process Engineering to lead advanced R&D in next-generation dielectric and metal materials, with a strong foundation in Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and adjacent process technologies enabling key inflections in leading-edge memory and logic. This role is based at the Arizona Research Center (ARC), an expanding R&D hub focused on accelerating materials innovation and strengthening Applied’s technology leadership in future semiconductor scaling.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in one or more of the following: ALD/CVD thin films (dielectrics and/or metals), Plasma-based processes (etch, surface modification, PEALD), Thermal treatments, anneals, or surface preparation techniques
• Proven leadership of process engineering teams in semiconductor R&D or development environments, 10+ years experience preferred
• Strong ability to solve complex technical and integration challenges and translate innovation into manufacturable solutions
• Experience working cross-functionally, especially with hardware and integration teams
• Demonstrated success engaging with leading semiconductor customers
• PhD or MS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of process engineers advancing thin film and surface engineering solutions for advanced semiconductor applications
• Drive process and hardware characterization, developing new methodologies for complex system understanding
• Partner closely with hardware engineering to co-optimize process and tool capability, enabling differentiated performance
• Engage directly with customers to resolve high-value process challenges (HVPs) and influence technology direction
• Deliver effective technology demonstrations and drive programs from early R&D through customer adoption
• Define process specifications and integration strategies, identifying tool strengths, gaps, and development opportunities
• Manage experiments, interpret results, and escalate critical technical issues with clear actions

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
• Empowerment to push boundaries and learn every day
• Programs and support for personal and professional growth
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential eligibility for bonus and stock award program

What This Job Offers

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