System / Process Equipment Engineer (E3)
About The Position
Applied Materials is seeking a System / Process Engineer to lead wet equipment definition for 300 mm wafer-level processing. This role bridges process requirements and tool specifications, ensuring alignment between technology needs and equipment capabilities. As a Systems Engineer, you’ll design, integrate, and optimize complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving is essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes and writing system specifications. You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, confirming that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations.
Requirements
- BS/MS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Systems Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in semiconductor processing equipment
- Strong knowledge of wet processing systems and chemical handling
- Experience with tool selection and vendor engagement
Nice To Haves
- Experience in advanced packaging or wafer-level substrate processing
- Familiarity with fab integration considerations (UPH, automation, factory layout)
Responsibilities
- Define requirements for wet processing tools: Cleaning, wet etch, and surface preparation
- Translate process needs into equipment specifications
- Conduct vendor benchmarking and selection
- Evaluate tool performance, footprint, throughput, and facility constraints
- Collaborate with process, facilities, and integration teams
- Identify gaps between process requirements and available solutions
- Design, integrate, and optimize complex systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes
- Write system specifications
- Analyze requirements
- Define system architectures
- Conduct thorough testing
- Ensure seamless integration of subsystems
- Identify and mitigate risks
- Confirm that systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations
Benefits
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
- Opportunities to take on challenges and drive innovative solutions
- Empowerment to push boundaries and learn every day
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
