Systems Engineer IV

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$161,000 - $221,000•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 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

PhD (or Masters w/ experience) in Engineering or Physics
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of following disciplines: RF/DC Plasma Systems; Plasma Sensing; Algorithm Development
3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment industry
Data Analysis skills using MATLAB, Python or similar
Experience in multidisciplinary R&D environment: SW/HW/ Algo
Outstanding written and verbal communication to influence range of stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead and execute systems engineering projects with a mix of sensor; algorithm and control system modules for plasma etch systems – from concept to production deployment
Develop and optimize algorithms for automation and advanced control of complex etch subsystems: Radio Frequency (RF) Power, Pulsed Voltage (PVT), Flow and Temperature
Identify and address gaps in sensor technologies necessary to diagnose equipment performance in production environment
Build and qualify prototypes of new designs, or procure entire subsystems from outsourced suppliers and test for compliance with detailed specifications
Design and implement solutions that effectively combine classical mathematical algorithms with deep learning approaches to solve productivity challenges
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Field, Marketing, Product, Applications, Software, and Systems teams to gather requirements and integrate sensor and control system solutions