Sr. Mechanical Technician

Applied Materials•Billerica, MA

4d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is hiring a Sr. Mechanical Technician to build, repair, and test display and wafer fabrication equipment in a cleanroom environment. The role works with electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components. Using work orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions, the technician performs assembly, troubleshooting, repairs, testing, and documentation, and may complete computer programming or software installations. The position also supports process improvement, engineering collaboration, quality activities, and the training and guidance of lower-level technicians. The role is based in Billerica, Massachusetts. It is physically demanding and may require the use of personal protective equipment in a cleanroom. Travel is listed as not specified; preferred qualifications mention willingness to travel up to 10% as needed.

Requirements

4–7 years of mechanical assembly experience, or comparable industry or military experience.
Specialized expertise within an analytical or scientific area for performing complex work.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated proficiency in multiple semiconductor manufacturing concepts and processes.
Ability to operate as a senior technical leader and present projects with minimal supervision.
Proven and capable people leadership of teams of 5 or more.
Willingness to travel up to 10% to support teams, as needed.
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Responsibilities

Use work orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions to build, repair, and/or test electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic equipment, assemblies, subassemblies, and components.
Perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Receive parts and audit them to ensure necessary parts are available and free of defects.
Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies, and components.
Complete required job documentation, including data entry on progress, work expense, and labor details; perform computer programming, repairs, or software installs as needed.
Work with engineering to develop and propose processes and procedures, and provide input on new product design and integration.
Train and support lower-level technicians and assist the supervisor with aligning resources for daily production needs.
Serve as a Quality Lead for processes as needed, assist with quality issues at customer sites, and provide feedback to improve manufacturing processes.